Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Caryophyllales
Genus:
Species:
costata
ID:
613735

Status:
valid

Authors:
C.Wright

Source:
cmp

Year:
1870

Citation Micro:
Anales Acad. Ci. Med. Habana 7: 343. 1870 [15 Nov 1870]

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000613067



Common Names

  • Costata Beach-Grape
  • Costata Sea-Grape
  • Costata Coccoloba


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Synonyms

  • Coccoloba eggersiana Lindau [unknown]
  • Coccoloba helwigii O.C.Schmidt [unknown]
  • Coccoloba rupicola Urb. [unknown]
  • Coccoloba samuelssonii Ekman & O.C.Schmidt [unknown]
  • Coccoloba verruculosa Lindau [unknown]

Description

Coccoloba costata (also called Costate Sea Grape, among many other common names) is a large evergreen shrub or small tree native to the Caribbean, Central America and northern South America. It has a rounded crown and grows to a height of 6-9 m. It is found in coastal forests, dry forests, and mangrove swamps.

Uses & Benefits

Coccoloba costata 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 costata 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 costata 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 costata

Coccoloba costata is native to the Caribbean islands of Barbados, St. Lucia, and St. Vincent. It can be found in dry coastal forests and scrublands.

Coccoloba costata FAQ

What is the scientific name of Coccoloba costata?

Coccoloba costata

What is the natural habitat of Coccoloba costata?

It is found in tropical deciduous forests in Mexico.

What are the uses of Coccoloba costata?

The wood of Coccoloba costata 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,

References

The Plant List v1.1 record kew-2729218: Based on the initial data import
Charles Wright (1811-1885): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'C.Wright' in the authors string.