Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Caryophyllales
Genus:
Species:
geniculata
ID:
613795

Status:
valid

Authors:
Lindau

Source:
cmp

Year:
1890

Citation Micro:
Bot. Jahrb. Syst. 13: 141 (1890)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000613127

Common Names

  • Coccoloba geniculata
  • Knee-stem Seagrape
  • Knee-stem Sea Grape

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Description

Coccoloba geniculata (also called Geniculate Sea Grape, among many other common names) is a shrub or small tree that grows up to 8 m tall. It is native to the Caribbean and Central America, and is found in coastal forests, beaches, and limestone outcrops.

Uses & Benefits

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

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Coccoloba geniculata has small white flowers with yellow anthers. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings are small and have a single stem with small, oval-shaped leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Coccoloba geniculata is a shrub or small tree native to the Caribbean, Central and South America. It can be grown in full sun to partial shade and prefers well-drained soil. Propagation is by seed or cuttings.

Where to Find Coccoloba geniculata

Coccoloba geniculata is native to Mexico and can be found in the states of Chiapas, Guerrero, Oaxaca, and Veracruz.

Coccoloba geniculata FAQ

What is the scientific name of Coccoloba geniculata?

Coccoloba geniculata

What is the common name of Coccoloba geniculata?

Geniculate Coccoloba

What is the natural habitat of Coccoloba geniculata?

Dry 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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