Pigeonplum
Scientific Name
Coccoloba diversifolia
Particularly Attractive To
A diversity of bees
Geographical Considerations
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Hardiness Zones
10a to 11
This is a native Florida plant.
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Yard Conditions
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Optimal Light
Pigeonplum grows best in Full Sun.
Light Range
It performs in Partial Shade to Full Sun
Soil Texture
Sandy Clay
Soil Moisture
Well Drained
Soil pH
Acid to Slightly Alkaline (4.5-7.2)
Salt Tolerance
High
DroughtTolerance
High
Wind Resistance
Not known
Toxicity
Not known
Nematode Tolerance
Not known
Appearance
What will it look like as it grows?
Plant Type
- Trees - Medium
Plant Shape
- Upright
- Round
Leaf Persistence
Pigeonplum is Evergreen
Spread
10-20 feet
Height
30-40 feet
Growth Rate
Fast
Leaf Size
Medium
Leaf Texture
Medium
Flower Size
Tiny
Flower Month
- June
- July
- August
- September
Flower Color
- White
Additional Detail
White, summer flowers; edible fruit; susceptible to weevils; provides food for wildlife; compact crown makes it good for small areas; medium to high wind resistance; bark peels and becomes showy with age. Purple fruit. | Pests/Diseases: none serious | attracts birds
