Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Caryophyllales
Genus:
Species:
porphyrostachys
ID:
613999

Status:
valid

Authors:
Gómez-Laur.

Source:
cmp

Year:
1990

Citation Micro:
Brenesia 31: 121 (1989 publ. 1990)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000613331

Common Names

  • Coccoloba Porphyrostachys
  • Coccoloba
  • Purple-stemmed Coccoloba

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Description

Coccoloba porphyrostachys (also called Purple-stalked 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, including Jamaica, and is found in coastal habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Coccoloba porphyrostachys is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and is also used to stabilize soil in wet areas.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Coccoloba porphyrostachys has small, white flowers that are clustered together in a panicle. The seeds are small, round, and black. The seedlings have oval-shaped leaves that are hairy and waxy.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Coccoloba porphyrostachys is a shrub or small tree that can be propagated from seed or cuttings. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It is drought-tolerant and can tolerate salt spray.

Where to Find Coccoloba porphyrostachys

Coccoloba porphyrostachys can be found in Mexico and Guatemala.

Coccoloba porphyrostachys FAQ

What is the scientific name of Coccoloba porphyrostachys?

Coccoloba porphyrostachys

What is the common name of Coccoloba porphyrostachys?

Purple-stalked Sea-grape

Where is Coccoloba porphyrostachys found?

Coccoloba porphyrostachys is found in the Caribbean, Central America, and northern South America.

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,

References

The Plant List v1.1 record kew-2729459: Based on the initial data import
Jorge Gómez-Laurito (1959-2014): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Gómez-Laur.' in the authors string.