Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Caryophyllales
Genus:
Species:
acrostichoides
ID:
613651

Status:
valid

Authors:
Cham.

Source:
cmp

Year:
1833

Citation Micro:
Linnaea 8: 132 (1833)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000612983

Common Names

  • Coccoloba acrostichoides
  • Acrostichoid Coccoloba
  • Acrostichoid Sea-grape

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Description

Coccoloba acrostichoides (also called Acrostichoid 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 acrostichoides is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and is also used for its medicinal properties.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Flower: Coccoloba acrostichoides 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 acrostichoides is a shrub or small tree that can be propagated from seed or cuttings. It is best grown in a sunny location with well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate some salt spray. Prune to shape as needed.

Where to Find Coccoloba acrostichoides

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

Coccoloba acrostichoides FAQ

What is the scientific name of Coccoloba acrostichoides?

Coccoloba acrostichoides

What is the common name of Coccoloba acrostichoides?

Acrostichoid Sea-grape

What is the natural habitat of Coccoloba acrostichoides?

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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