Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Caryophyllales
Genus:
Species:
acapulcensis
ID:
613650

Status:
valid

Authors:
Standl.

Source:
cmp

Year:
1920

Citation Micro:
Proc. Biol. Soc. Washington 33: 66 (1920)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000612982

Common Names

  • Coccoloba acapulcensis
  • Acapulco Coccoloba
  • Acapulco Sea-grape

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Synonyms

  • Coccoloba browniana Standl. [unknown]
  • Coccoloba cardiophylla Standl. [unknown]
  • Coccoloba wercklei Standl. [unknown]

Description

Coccoloba acapulcensis (also called Acapulco Seagrape, among many other common names) is a species of plant in the Polygonaceae family. It is native to Mexico and Central America. It is an evergreen shrub or small tree that grows in tropical and subtropical climates, and prefers moist soils.

Uses & Benefits

Coccoloba acapulcensis is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and is also used for its medicinal properties.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Flower: Coccoloba acapulcensis has small, white flowers with five petals and five sepals. Seed: The seed is a small, black, oblong shape. Seedlings: The seedlings are small, with a single pair of leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Coccoloba acapulcensis is an evergreen shrub native to Mexico. It can be propagated by seed or cuttings. It prefers moist, well-drained soil and full sun to partial shade. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate temperatures down to -15°C (5°F). It is best grown in USDA Hardiness Zones 9-11.

Where to Find Coccoloba acapulcensis

Coccoloba acapulcensis can be found in tropical and subtropical regions of Mexico.

Coccoloba acapulcensis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Coccoloba acapulcensis?

Coccoloba acapulcensis

What is the common name of Coccoloba acapulcensis?

Acapulco Sea-grape

What is the natural habitat of Coccoloba acapulcensis?

Tropical and subtropical forests

Species in the Coccoloba genus

Coccoloba acapulcensis, Coccoloba acrostichoides, Coccoloba acuminata, Coccoloba acuna, Coccoloba albicans, Coccoloba alnifolia, Coccoloba arborescens, Coccoloba argentinensis, Coccoloba armata, Coccoloba ascendens, Coccoloba baracoensis, Coccoloba barbadensis, Coccoloba barkeri, Coccoloba belizensis, Coccoloba benitensis, Coccoloba boxii, Coccoloba brasiliensis, Coccoloba buchii, Coccoloba bullata, Coccoloba caesia, Coccoloba caracasana, Coccoloba caravellae, Coccoloba ceibensis, Coccoloba cereifera, Coccoloba charitostachya, Coccoloba chiapensis, Coccoloba cholutecensis, Coccoloba clementis, Coccoloba colombiana, Coccoloba conduplicata, Coccoloba cordata, Coccoloba coriacea, Coccoloba coronata, Coccoloba costata, Coccoloba cowellii, Coccoloba cozumelensis, Coccoloba cruegeri, Coccoloba cujabensis, Coccoloba darienensis, Coccoloba declinata, Coccoloba densifrons, Coccoloba diversifolia, Coccoloba dussii, Coccoloba escuintlensis, Coccoloba excelsa, Coccoloba fallax, Coccoloba fastigiata, Coccoloba fawcettii, Coccoloba filipes, Coccoloba flavescens,

Species in the Polygonaceae family

Acanthoscyphus parishii, Afrobrunnichia africana, Afrobrunnichia erecta, Antigonon flavescens, Antigonon guatimalense, Antigonon leptopus, Aristocapsa insignis, Atraphaxis intricata, Atraphaxis angustifolia, Atraphaxis aucheri, Atraphaxis avenia, Atraphaxis badghysi, Atraphaxis billardieri, Atraphaxis bracteata, Atraphaxis canescens, Atraphaxis caucasica, Atraphaxis compacta, Atraphaxis daghestanica, Atraphaxis decipiens, Atraphaxis frutescens, Atraphaxis grandiflora, Atraphaxis irtyschensis, Atraphaxis karataviensis, Atraphaxis kopetdagensis, Atraphaxis laetevirens, Atraphaxis macrocarpa, Atraphaxis manshurica, Atraphaxis muschketowii, Atraphaxis pungens, Atraphaxis pyrifolia, Atraphaxis rodinii, Atraphaxis seravschanica, Atraphaxis spinosa, Atraphaxis suaedifolia, Atraphaxis teretifolia, Atraphaxis virgata, Atraphaxis arianum, Atraphaxis atraphaxiforme, Atraphaxis toktogulicum, Brunnichia ovata, Calligonum acanthopterum, Calligonum aciferum, Calligonum aculeatum, Calligonum aequilaterale, Calligonum alaschanicum, Calligonum alatiforme, Calligonum alatum, Calligonum amoenum, Calligonum androssowii, Calligonum aphyllum,

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