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uvero de monte
Scientific Name: Coccoloba sintenisii
Family: Polygonaceae
Category: Dicot
Growth: Tree
Duration: Perennial
Other Names:
Uvero de Monte (Coccoloba sintenisii)
The Coccoloba sintenisii, commonly known as Uvero de Monte (mountain grape), is a plant found in tropical and subtropical regions. This page provides information on its classification, distribution, and characteristics.
Considerations for Pets
- The text mentions this plant having a shrub-like development, which may be something to consider for small pets, depending on how large the plant gets.
Taxonomy and Nomenclature
- Scientific Name: Coccoloba sintenisii Urb. ex Lindau
- Common Name: Uvero de Monte (mountain grape)
- Family: Polygonaceae (knotweed, renoues, buckwheat family)
- Genus: Coccoloba P. Browne
- Synonym: Uvifera sintenisii (Urban) Kuntze
Distribution and Habitat
- Native to tropical and subtropical regions.
- Specifically mentioned as being found in Puerto Rico.
Morphological Characteristics
- Exhibits a shrub-like development, forming a rounded brush.
- Medium in size and size increases in summer.
- Identified as a tree (árbol/Tree).
Ecological Role
- Recommended for use with Preen Landscape Weed Control Fabric.
Further Information
- USDA PLANTS database
- Discover Life
- EOL (Encyclopedia of Life)