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Sea Grape (Coccoloba uvifera) growing in South Florida
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Sea Grape — South Florida Plant Guide

Coccoloba uvifera

Family: Polygonaceae · Tree

Usos en Paisajismo

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Etiquetas de Estilo

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Guía de Cultivo para el Sur de Florida

Requisitos de Luz

Full SunPartial Sun

Requisitos de Agua

Low2/10

Once established (12–18 months), Sea Grape is drought-tolerant and requires minimal supplemental irrigation in South Florida.

Extremely drought tolerant once established (12 months). Requires irrigation only during the first growing season. Native to dune environments — designed to thrive on minimal water. Never overwater.

Suelo y Fertilización

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Fertilizer: Balanced slow-release shrub/tree fertilizer

Schedule: February and October. Balanced slow-release 10-10-10.

Tolerancia a la Sal

High (10/10) — suitable for coastal locations

Suitable for coastal planting across all 5 South Florida counties.

Altura Madura
1535 ft
Ancho Maduro
1530 ft
Tasa de Crecimiento
medium
Demanda de Agua
2/10
Grado Florida
Florida
Costo Instalado
$$
Zonas USDA
10a, 10b, 11
Estado FLEPPC
None
Calificación Iguana
5/10

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Preguntas Frecuentes

How fast does Sea Grape grow in South Florida?

Sea Grape has a medium growth rate. In South Florida's warm, humid climate it typically establishes quickly with proper watering and fertilization.

Is Sea Grape safe for pets?

Yes, Sea Grape is considered pet-safe. Non-toxic to dogs and cats. Fruit is edible for humans and wildlife.

How much water does Sea Grape need in South Florida?

Low water needs (2/10). Once established (12–18 months), Sea Grape is drought-tolerant and requires minimal supplemental irrigation in South Florida.

Can Sea Grape tolerate salt air in South Florida?

Sea Grape has high salt tolerance (10/10) and is well-suited for coastal South Florida, including areas with salt air in Miami-Dade, Broward, Palm Beach, Collier, and Monroe counties.

Is Sea Grape available in Miami-Dade County?

In Miami-Dade County, Sea Grape is classified as: protected. Florida native — protected under Florida Statute 720.

Disponibilidad por Condado en el Sur de Florida

Miami-Dade County

Protected

Florida native — protected under Florida Statute 720.3075.

✓ Apto para costa

USDA Zone 10a–11. Tropical climate, year-round warmth and humidity.

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Broward County

Protected

Florida native — protected. Preferred for dune restoration projects.

✓ Apto para costa

USDA Zone 10a–10b. Subtropical with warm winters and wet/dry seasons.

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Palm Beach County

Protected

Heritage protections apply to large specimens. Native species protections.

✓ Apto para costa

USDA Zone 9b–10b. Transitional zone with occasional winter cold in north.

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Collier County

Protected

Native species protections. Preferred coastal buffer species.

✓ Apto para costa

USDA Zone 10a–10b. Subtropical Gulf Coast with seasonal flooding.

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Monroe County

Protected

Critical native species in Monroe County. Protected under Monroe County vegetation retention ordinances.

✓ Apto para costa

USDA Zone 11. Tropical maritime, highest salt exposure of all 5 counties.

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