Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Caryophyllales
Genus:
Species:
cholutecensis
ID:
613719

Status:
valid

Authors:
R.A.Howard

Source:
cmp

Year:
1992

Citation Micro:
Brittonia 44: 361 (1992)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000613051



Common Names

  • Cholutecensis Beach-Grape
  • Cholutecensis Sea-Grape
  • Cholutecensis Coccoloba


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Description

Coccoloba cholutecensis (also called Choluteca Coccoloba, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant native to Honduras. It has long, narrow leaves and white flowers. It grows in wet, sandy soils in open areas and along the edges of forests.

Uses & Benefits

Coccoloba cholutecensis 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 cholutecensis 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 cholutecensis 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 some salt spray. Prune to shape as needed.

Where to Find Coccoloba cholutecensis

Coccoloba cholutecensis is native to Mexico. It can be found in dry coastal forests and scrublands.

Coccoloba cholutecensis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Coccoloba cholutecensis?

Coccoloba cholutecensis

What is the natural habitat of Coccoloba cholutecensis?

It is found in tropical deciduous forests in Mexico.

What are the uses of Coccoloba cholutecensis?

The wood of Coccoloba cholutecensis is used for construction and furniture making.

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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