Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Caryophyllales
Genus:
Species:
liportizii
ID:
613862

Status:
valid

Authors:
Gómez-Laur. & N.Zamora

Source:
cmp

Year:
1987

Citation Micro:
Phytologia 62: 7 (1987)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000613194



Common Names

  • Liportizii Beach-Grape
  • Liportizii Sea-Grape
  • Liportizii Coccoloba


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Description

Coccoloba liportizii (also called Liportiz's seagrape, among many other common names) is a shrub or small tree that grows up to 5 m in height. It is native to Mexico and Central America and is found in coastal areas and dry forests.

Uses & Benefits

Coccoloba liportizii is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. Its fruits are edible and can be used to make jams, jellies, and other preserves. The leaves can be used to make tea and the wood can be used to make furniture.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flowers of Coccoloba liportizii are small, white, and have five petals. The seed is an oblong, dark brown, and has a hard outer coating. The seedlings are small and have a single, round, light green leaf.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Coccoloba liportizii 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 salt spray.

Where to Find Coccoloba liportizii

Coccoloba liportizii can be found in Central and South America.

Coccoloba liportizii FAQ

What is the scientific name of Coccoloba liportizii?

Coccoloba liportizii

What is the common name of Coccoloba liportizii?

Liportiz snowberry

What is the natural habitat of Coccoloba liportizii?

Dry forests, coastal areas, and disturbed sites

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-2729334: Based on the initial data import
Nelson A. Zamora (b.1958): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'N.Zamora' in the authors string.
Jorge Gómez-Laurito (1959-2014): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Gómez-Laur.' in the authors string.