Sea Grape Plant
Coccoloba uvifera, or Sea Grape, is a hardy shrub growing 1-3m, prefers well-drained sandy soil, full sun, and produces edible fruits with medicinal uses.
Habit
Shrub
Height
2-8 m
Growth
Medium
Soil
Sandy, well-drained
Shade
Full
Moisture
Moderate
Edible
Yes
Medicinal
Yes
Origin
Caribbean, Florida
Climatic Condition
Tropical, Coastal
Temperature (°)
20-35°C
Humidity (%)
50-80%
Potting media
Peat, loam
Fertilizers
Organic, slow-release NPK
Watering
Moderate
Plant Weight
5-15 kg
Flowering Time
Summer
Soil Ph level
6.0 - 7.5
Water Ph level
6.0 - 7.5
Soil EC
1-2 dS/m
Yield Per Plant
10-20 kg/plant
NPK ratio
10:05:05
life Span
Perennial
Health Benefits
Edible fruit, coastal erosion control
Suggested Grow Media or Potting Mix ?
50% sand, 25% compost, 25% loam
Suggested Fertigation/Fertilizers
Fertilize every 2 months with balanced fertilizer.
Common Diseases and Remedies
Powdery Mildew, Aphids, Downy Mildew, Leaf Spot, Fruit Rot
White powdery patches on leaves, Curling, yellowing leaves, Yellow spots on leaves, grayish mold underneath, Brown or black spots on leaves, Soft, decaying fruit
Apply sulfur-based sprays, Insecticidal soap, neem oil, Neem oil, improve air circulation ,Prune affected areas, neem oil, Improve air circulation, remove affected fruit
Fungicides containing sulfur, Imidacloprid-based insecticides, Fungicides with copper ,Copper-based fungicides, Fungicides with copper
HEALTH BENEFITS
· High in antioxidants: Protects cells from damage.
· Supports digestion: Traditionally used for stomach ailments.
· Wound healing: Leaves have antibacterial properties.