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Seagrape

Seagrape

  • Product number: 626160
  • Origin: West Indies
  • Latin: Coccoloba uvifera

The leathery leaves of this robust houseplant somewhat resemble large ficus leaves but are lighter green and attached differently to the stem. In the wild (West Indies), this species produces a cluster of edible fruits. The plant can grow quite large, but pruning is always an option.

Names:
Latin: Coccoloba uvifera
Dutch: Zeedruif
Also known as: Olifantsoor
English: Sea Grape

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Sowing method: All year round. For faster germination, rub the seeds between sandpaper or roughen them with a file and then soak them in warm water for a few hours. Sow in airy potting soil, cover seeds with a layer of soil that is 3x the thickness of the seed. Optimal germination temperature 20̊-25̊ C. Cover the sown seeds with (fleece) cloth or foil to prevent drying out.

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Sowing/planting time:

  • All year

Harvesting time:

  • All year

Soil type:

Cultivation location:

  • Indoors

Position:

  • Sun
  • Partial shade
  • Flower colour: N/A
  • Origin: West Indies
  • Average growth height: More than 200 cm
  • Annual or perennial: Perennial
  • Attractive to insects: N/A
  • Winter hardy: Not frost hardy
  • Ease of cultivation: Advanced
  • Latin: Coccoloba uvifera
  • Dutch: Sea grape
  • Also known as: Elephant Ear
  • English: Sea Grape
  • All year round

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