What is coccoloba?

Coccoloba is a genus of flowering trees and shrubs with about 120 to 150 species, originally from parts of South America, Central America and Caribbean, with two species, c. Most species are evergreen, which means they keep their leaves throughout the year regardless of the season. Some species have edible fruit. Many coccoloba trees form symbiotic relationships with fungal species. Coccoloba Cereifer has the smallest geographical range in the family and grows only over 16 square miles (26 kilometers) near the National Park Serra to Brazil. It is originally from the coastal beaches in South Florida and the Caribbean. Seagrape trees are 6.5 to 26 feet (2 to 8 meters), with a smooth, yellow bark and green leaves with a red cavalry plant. Their fruit is purple when it is ripe and grows in grape clusters and each fruit contains a large pit. Fruits can be eaten fresh, but also used to make jam. Are wind -resistant andHighly tolerant of salt and drought. c. Uvifera is pollinated mainly by bees.

Coccoloba diversifolia is another species with edible fruit that is dark purple when it ripens in the fall. The tree is commonly called Doveplum, Pigeonplum, Pigeon Seagrape or Tietongue, has a height of 33 to 60 feet (10 to 18 meters). It is resistant to strong winds, drought and salt; However, it is prone to frost. c. diversifolia is originally from coastal areas of Central America, Caribbean, South Mexico, South Florida and Bahamas.

coccoloba pubescens or c. Grandifolia , commonly yellow Barand Sea Grape or the eve of the umbrella, comes from the Caribbean coastal areas. Trees can reach a height of 80 feet (24 meters). The leaves are green with yellow to red vein and the flowers are greenish white.

coccoloba caracasana , commonly called papatura, is originally for mediumAmerica and northern South America. It often grows with more trunks and has small, green, fragrant flowers. Papartro also has edible fruit. It is grown for its fruit and wood, which is used as poles and firewood and for its ornamental properties, including the shadow it provides. c. Caracasana prefers wet, sandy soil and often grows along the rivers.