Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Caryophyllales
Genus:
Species:
praecox
ID:
614002

Status:
valid

Authors:
C.Wright ex Lindau

Source:
cmp

Year:
1890

Citation Micro:
Bot. Jahrb. Syst. 13(2): 142. 1890 [28 Oct 1890]

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000613334



Common Names

  • Coccoloba Praecox
  • Coccoloba
  • Early Coccoloba


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Synonyms

  • Coccoloba ekmanii Urb. [unknown]

Description

Coccoloba praecox (also called Early 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, including Jamaica, and is found in coastal habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Coccoloba praecox is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and is also used to stabilize soil in wet areas.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Coccoloba praecox has small, white flowers that are clustered together in a panicle. The seeds are small, round, and black. The seedlings have oval-shaped leaves that are hairy and waxy.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Coccoloba praecox 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 praecox

Coccoloba praecox can be found in the Caribbean, Mexico, Central America, and South America.

Coccoloba praecox FAQ

What is the scientific name of Coccoloba praecox?

Coccoloba praecox

What is the common name of Coccoloba praecox?

Early Sea-grape

Where is Coccoloba praecox found?

Coccoloba praecox is found in the Caribbean, Central America, and northern South America.

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-2729461: Based on the initial data import
Charles Wright (1811-1885): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'C.Wright' in the authors string.
Gustav Lindau (1866-1923): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Lindau' in the authors string.