SEAGRAPE

Coccoloba uvifera

 

Widely variable; 3 to 30 feet

Medium to fast rate of growth

Full sun to partial shade

Excellent salt and drought tolerance

Zones 9 to 11

 

A large shrub or small tree with a broad, spreading crown,

attractive mottled bark and large, round, leathery leaves; evergreen in South Florida.

Clusters of small, white, fragrant flowers are followed by grape-like edible, purple fruit.

Tolerates pruning.

Excellent wildlife attractor.

Wonderful edible fruit.