Coccoloba uvifera/Sea Grape

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Scientific Name:	Coccoloba uvifera
Common Name:	Sea Grape
Plant Type:	Evergreen
Leaf Type:	Broadleaf
Hardiness Zone:	10, 11 Determine Your Zone
Height:	15-20 feet
Spread:	5 - 10 feet
Bloom time:	Winter
Flower color:	White, Pink
Fruit present:	Summer
Fruit color:	Purple
Light Exposure:	Sun
Drainage:	Well drained, Moist
Rate of Growth:	Moderate
Water Requirement:	Medium
Maintenance Level:	Low
Susceptible to insects and diseases:	Yes

Comments:	Leaves turn red and drop in winter. New leaves are a beautiful bronze color. The clusters of fruit ripen in summer and are used in making jellies. A high salt- and drought-tolerant species that can be used as a clipped hedge. Often promoted as an indoor plant, but really needs more light than most people can provide indoors. Otherwise expect a lot leaf drop. As an indoor plant, may have problems with mites, mealy bugs, and scale insects.