Blooming Seagrape (Coccoloba uvifera) in Florida Keys. USA.

Closeup of ripening coccoloba uvifera sea grape seagrape platterleaf plant clusters in Marco Island Southwest Florida

Coccoloba uvifera is a species of flowering plant in the buckwheat family, Polygonaceae

Purple ripe and green unripe bunch of Coccoloba uvifera sea grapes shake to a steady sea wind as they hang on vine

Meet the seagrape (Coccoloba uvifera), an iconic Florida species. 🌊🍇 Seagrape is a woody shrub or tree found in coastal areas throughout Central and South Florida, the Caribbean, and Central and South America. These widespread plants are tolerant to drought and salt spray, making them a great option for erosion control and stabilization along coastlines. Seagrape’s namesake fruits typically appear in early fall, providing a food source for many birds and small mammals. The grapes can also be e