More than 2200 species of the wild flora and fauna photographed in Zihuatanejo, Guerrero, Mexico and the surrounding area.
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Trees of Zihuatanejo
-Vascular Plants (Phylum Tracheophyta)
-Flowering Plants (Subphylum Angiospermae)
-Pinks, Cactuses, and Allies (Order Caryophyllales)
-Knotweed Family (Family Polygonaceae)
-Subfamily Eriogonoideae
-Tribe Coccolobeae
-Genus Coccoloba
-Coccoloba barbadensis
Coccoloba barbadensis is a tropical shrub or small tree in the buckwheat family (Polygonaceae), closely related to the well-known sea grape (Coccoloba uvifera). It is native to coastal regions of the Caribbean, Central America, and parts of Mexico, where it grows in dry forests, scrublands, and sandy or rocky coastal habitats. The plant produces slender, elongated flower spikes (racemes) bearing many small, greenish to whitish flowers. These develop into clusters of small, fleshy fruits that ripen from green to red, purple, or dark bluish tones. The fruits resemble tiny grapes and are edible, though usually more tart and less juicy than those of sea grape.
Description
• Coccoloba barbadensis, commonly known as tie-tongue or pigeon-plum, is an evergreen shrub or small tree in the buckwheat family (Polygonaceae). It has simple, alternate, leathery leaves that are usually oval to elliptic, with prominent veins. Small, inconspicuous flowers grow in slender clusters, and female plants produce fleshy fruits that ripen to dark purple or nearly black. The fruits provide food for birds and other wildlife.
Range
• Coccoloba barbadensis is native to tropical America, including parts of Mexico, Central America, the Caribbean, and northern South America. It occurs in tropical regions with warm climates and seasonal rainfall. It is native to Zihuatanejo, Guerrero, and the surrounding area.
Habitat
• It grows in tropical dry and moist forests, woodland, scrub, and forest margins. It is adapted to warm conditions and may occur in both relatively open sites and partially shaded vegetation, often in well-drained soils.
Coccoloba barbadensis
