Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Caryophyllales
Genus:
Species:
salicifolia
ID:
614046

Status:
valid

Authors:
Wedd.

Source:
cmp

Year:
1849

Citation Micro:
Ann. Sci. Nat., Bot. , sér. 3, 13: 259 (1849)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000613378

Common Names

  • Coccoloba Salicifolia
  • Coccoloba
  • Willow-leaved Coccoloba

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Description

Coccoloba salicifolia (also called Willowleaf Seagrape, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the buckwheat family. It is native to the Caribbean, Central America, and northern South America. It is found in coastal areas, where it grows in sandy soils.

Uses & Benefits

Coccoloba salicifolia is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and landscapes. It is also used for erosion control and as a windbreak. The fruits of the plant are edible and can be used to make jams and jellies.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Coccoloba salicifolia has small, white flowers with yellow centers that are clustered in panicles. The seeds are small, black, and round. The seedlings have a single stem with a pair of opposite leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Coccoloba salicifolia is a fast-growing, evergreen shrub that can reach up to 10 feet in height. It can be propagated from seeds or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained soil mix and kept moist. Cuttings should be taken from semi-ripe wood and rooted in a well-drained soil mix. It prefers full sun to partial shade and is drought tolerant once established.

Where to Find Coccoloba salicifolia

Coccoloba salicifolia can be found in the Caribbean, Mexico, Central America, and South America.

Coccoloba salicifolia FAQ

What is the scientific name of Coccoloba salicifolia?

Coccoloba salicifolia

What is the common name of Coccoloba salicifolia?

Willowy Sea Grape

What is the natural habitat of Coccoloba salicifolia?

Coastal areas and beaches of the Caribbean and Florida

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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