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Swartz's pigeonplum

Scientific Name: Coccoloba swartzii

Family: Polygonaceae

Category: Dicot

Growth: Tree, Shrub

Duration: Perennial

Other Names:

       

Swartz's Pigeon-plum (Coccoloba swartzii)

The Swartz's Pigeon-plum is an evergreen tree appreciated for its dense foliage and rounded shape.

Considerations for Pets

  • This tree can grow to a size of 15 to 25 feet tall and 20 to 35 feet wide, so consider if this large size is appropriate for your pet and yard size.

Taxonomy and Nomenclature

  • Scientific Name: Coccoloba swartzii
  • Common Name: Swartz's Pigeon-plum
  • Family: Polygonaceae
  • Coccoloba is a genus containing approximately 120-150 species.
  • Other Coccoloba species mentioned include: Coccoloba diversifolia (pigeon-plum, tietongue), Coccoloba krugii, Coccoloba tenuifolia (Bahama pigeonplum), Coccoloba duckei, and Coccoloba uvifera.

Distribution and Habitat

  • The genus Coccoloba is native to tropical and subtropical regions of the world.
  • Specifically, Swartz's Pigeon-plum is found in places like Puerto Rico.

Morphology and Growth Habits

  • It is described as an upright, densely-foliated, rounded evergreen tree.
  • It typically reaches a height of 15 to 25 feet and a spread of 20 to 35 feet, but can grow larger.

Common Names

  • Other common names mentioned in association with this plant or similar plants include: pigeon plum, tietongue, Bahama pigeon plum, dove plum, and tie-tongue.