Cocoplum
Scientific Name
Chrysobalanus icaco
Geographical Considerations
Will this plant grow in my area?
View this image below in landscape mode highly recommended
Hardiness Zones
9b to 11
This is a native Florida plant.
Yard Conditions
Will this plant grow in my yard?
Optimal Light
Cocoplum grows best in Full Sun.
Light Range
It performs in Partial Shade to Full Sun
Soil Texture
Any Texture
Soil Moisture
Well Drained
Soil pH
Slightly Acid to Slightly Alkaline (6.0-7.2)
Salt Tolerance
High
DroughtTolerance
Medium
Wind Resistance
High
Toxicity
Not known
Nematode Tolerance
Not known
Appearance
What will it look like as it grows?
Plant Type
- Shrubs - Large
Plant Shape
- Upright
- Round
- Vase
Leaf Persistence
Cocoplum is Evergreen
Spread
10-20 feet
Height
5-15 feet
Growth Rate
Moderate
Leaf Size
Medium
Leaf Texture
Medium
Flower Size
Small
Flower Month
- Periodically
Flower Color
- White
Plant Role for Butterflies
Nectar
Additional Detail
Edible fruit; good hedge or screen plant; purple "plums" provide food for wildlife. Dark purple, pinkish white fruit. | Pests/Diseases: none serious | attracts butterflies, birds
