Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Caryophyllales
Genus:
Species:
proctorii
ID:
614006

Status:
valid

Authors:
R.A.Howard

Source:
cmp

Year:
1957

Citation Micro:
J. Arnold Arbor. 38: 86 (1957)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000613338



Common Names

  • Coccoloba Proctorii
  • Coccoloba
  • Proctor's Coccoloba


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Description

Coccoloba proctorii (also called Proctor's 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 proctorii is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and is also used to stabilize soil in wet areas.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Coccoloba proctorii 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 proctorii is a fast-growing, evergreen shrub that can reach up to 10 feet in height. It can be propagated from seeds or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained soil mix and kept moist. Cuttings should be taken from semi-ripe wood and rooted in a well-drained soil mix. It prefers full sun to partial shade and is drought tolerant once established.

Where to Find Coccoloba proctorii

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

Coccoloba proctorii FAQ

What is the scientific name of Coccoloba proctorii?

Coccoloba proctorii

What is the common name of Coccoloba proctorii?

Proctor's Sea Grape

What is the natural habitat of Coccoloba proctorii?

Coastal areas and beaches of the Caribbean and Florida

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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