Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Caryophyllales
Genus:
Species:
caracasana
ID:
613704

Status:
valid

Authors:
Meisn.

Source:
cmp

Year:
1856

Citation Micro:
Prodr. 14: 157 (1856)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000613036



Common Names

  • Coccoloba caracasana
  • Caracas Coccoloba
  • Caracas Sea-grape


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Synonyms

  • Coccoloba barbadensis Willd. [unknown]
  • Coccoloba caracasana glabra Lindau [unknown]
  • Coccoloba cyclophylla S.F.Blake [unknown]
  • Coccoloba orbicularis G.Lodd. ex Loudon [unknown]

Description

Coccoloba caracasana (also called Caracas Coccoloba, among many other common names) is a shrub or small tree with a dense, rounded crown. It is native to the Caribbean, Central America, and northern South America, and is found in dry to moist forests and coastal areas.

Uses & Benefits

Coccoloba caracasana is a popular ornamental plant used in gardens and parks. It is also used for erosion control and as a windbreak. The fruit is edible and can be used to make jams and jellies.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Coccoloba caracasana 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 caracasana is a small, slow-growing tree that can reach up to 15 feet in height. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. Propagation is best done by seed, which should be sown in a warm, moist environment. The seedlings should be transplanted when they reach a height of 6-8 inches.

Where to Find Coccoloba caracasana

Coccoloba caracasana is native to Venezuela. It can be found in dry coastal forests and scrublands.

Coccoloba caracasana FAQ

What is the scientific name of Coccoloba caracasana?

Coccoloba caracasana

What is the common name of Coccoloba caracasana?

Caracas Seagrape

What is the natural habitat of Coccoloba caracasana?

Coccoloba caracasana is found in coastal areas of Venezuela

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