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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.
Seed Availability
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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 |