Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Caryophyllales
Genus:
Species:
fastigiata
ID:
613781

Status:
valid

Authors:
Meisn.

Source:
cmp

Year:
1855

Citation Micro:
Fl. Bras. 5(1): 34 (1855)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000613113



Common Names

  • Fastigiate Sea Grape
  • Upright Seagrape
  • Coccoloba fastigiata


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Synonyms

  • Coccoloba fastigiata glabrata Meisn. [unknown]
  • Coccoloba goudotiana Meisn. [unknown]

Description

Coccoloba fastigiata (also called Fastigiate Sea Grape, among many other common names) is a shrub or small tree that grows up to 8 m tall. It is native to the Caribbean and Central America, and is found in coastal forests, beaches, and limestone outcrops.

Uses & Benefits

Coccoloba fastigiata is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used as a windbreak and for coastal stabilization.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Coccoloba fastigiata has white flowers that are about 2 inches in diameter. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings are small and have a single stem with a few leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Coccoloba fastigiata is a shrub or small tree native to the Caribbean, Central and South America. It can be grown in full sun to partial shade and prefers well-drained soil. Propagation is by seed or cuttings.

Where to Find Coccoloba fastigiata

Coccoloba fastigiata is native to Mexico and can be found in the states of Chiapas, Guerrero, Oaxaca, and Veracruz.

Coccoloba fastigiata FAQ

What is the scientific name of Coccoloba fastigiata?

Coccoloba fastigiata

What is the common name of Coccoloba fastigiata?

Fastigiate Coccoloba

What is the natural habitat of Coccoloba fastigiata?

Dry forests

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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