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Pigeon Plum

Coccoloba diversifolia

Sea Grape relative producing small 1/3", purple colored fruits. Fruits are edible and very popular with birds.

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Description

Small shrub to medium sized tree generally to no more than 25ft high, but often remaining around 10-12ft with shrubby growth.

Hardiness

The pigeon plum is hardy to short frosts and freezes, but generally prefers a warm climate (like South Florida).

Growing Environment

It is highly adapted to both sandy soil and salty conditions, often growing near the shoreline. Trees also show considerable tolerance of drought and poor soil conditions.

Propagation

By seeds.

Uses

Eaten fresh out of hand. Tree is also planted as an ornamental.

Native Range

Native to South Florida, the Carribean, and nearby shorelines.

Related Species

Polygonaceae  
Coccoloba diversifolia
Pigeon Plum
Coccoloba uvifera
Sea Grape