Pigeon Plum

Coccoloba diversifolia
Español: Grano de oro
Shade tree.  Narrow crown is said to make it a good choice for avenues, narrow entryways, and areas between houses. 

Can be used as a large container plant.

Tolerance

Not salt tolerant of inundation by salty or brackish water.



Some tolerance to salty wind but not direct salt spray.

Wildlife

Fruits are used by birds and other wildlife.

Habitat

Coastal uplands

Did You Know?

  • Interesting bark, Showy fruits, Interesting foliage, Hurricane wind resistance
  • Nectar plant for large orange sulphur (Phoebis agarithe), Schaus' swallowtail (Papilio aristodemus ponceanus) and other butterflies.
  • Pollinated by bees.