Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Caryophyllales
Genus:
Species:
microstachya
ID:
613892

Status:
valid

Authors:
Willd.

Source:
cmp

Year:
1799

Citation Micro:
Sp. Pl., ed. 4 , 2: 459 (1799)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000613224



Common Names

  • Coccoloba microstachya
  • Small-Spiked Coccoloba
  • Small-Spiked Sea Grape


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Synonyms

  • Coccoloba microstachya lanceolata Meisn. [unknown]
  • Coccoloba microstachya ovalifolia Meisn. [unknown]
  • Coccoloba microstachya rotundifolia Urb. [unknown]
  • Coccoloba parvifolia Poir. [unknown]
  • Coccoloba parvifolia ovalifolia Nutt. [unknown]

Description

Coccoloba microstachya (also called Small-spike Seagrape, among many other common names) is a shrub or small tree that grows up to 10 feet tall. It is native to the Caribbean, Central America, and northern South America. It is found in coastal areas, on beaches, and in mangrove swamps.

Uses & Benefits

Coccoloba microstachya is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and is also used for its medicinal properties.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flowers of Coccoloba microstachya 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 microstachya is a slow-growing plant that can be propagated from seed or cuttings. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and can be grown in a variety of soil types. It can be pruned to maintain its shape and size.

Where to Find Coccoloba microstachya

Coccoloba microstachya can be found in Mexico and Guatemala.

Coccoloba microstachya FAQ

What is the scientific name of Coccoloba microstachya?

Coccoloba microstachya

What is the common name of Coccoloba microstachya?

Microstachys Seagrape

What is the natural habitat of Coccoloba microstachya?

Coccoloba microstachya is found in coastal areas of the Caribbean

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