Food Plants International - Plant Fact Sheets Coccoloba diversifolia
Edible : Fruit
A shrub or small tree. It grows 3-10 m tall. It often has several trunks. The crown is compact and oval. The bark has several colours. It keeps its leaves throughout the year. The leaves vary in shape. The fruit are dark purple They are juicy and acid
It is a tropical plant. It grows along the sea coasts. It can tolerate salt. It is best in light, well-drained soils. It needs a sunny position. It is damaged by drought and frost. It suits hardiness zones 10-11