Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Caryophyllales
Genus:
Species:
sintenisii
ID:
614064

Status:
valid

Authors:
Urb. ex Lindau

Source:
cmp

Year:
1890

Citation Micro:
Bot. Jahrb. Syst. 13(2): 157. 1890 [28 Oct 1890]

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000613396

Common Names

  • Sintenis' Coccoloba
  • Sintenis' Sea-grape
  • Sintenis' Seagrape

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Description

Coccoloba sintenisii (also called Sintenis' 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 sintenisii 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 sintenisii 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 sintenisii 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 sintenisii

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

Coccoloba sintenisii FAQ

What is the scientific name of Coccoloba sintenisii?

Coccoloba sintenisii

What type of soil does Coccoloba sintenisii prefer?

Well-drained, sandy soil

What is the optimal temperature for Coccoloba sintenisii?

65-85°F

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-2729519: Based on the initial data import
Ignatz Urban (1848-1931): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Urb.' in the authors string.
Gustav Lindau (1866-1923): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Lindau' in the authors string.