COCOPLUM
Chrysobalanus icaco
A hardy tropical shrub or small tree with thick, glossy leaves and edible purplish fruits. Excellent as a hedge, windbreak, or specimen plant.
Application:š³Solitary |š¾Fruit tree | š¬ļøCoastal planting |š©Hedge/border
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Likes full sun
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Medium grower
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Water moderately
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Height 2-6 meters
SPECIFICATIONS:
| Feature | Specification |
|---|---|
| Common name | Cocoplum |
| Latin name | Chrysobalanus icaco |
| Origin | Caribbean, Central and South America |
| Height | Approximately 2–6 meters |
| Growth habit | Dense-growing shrub or small tree |
| Location (take into account) | Very suitable for coastal areas and open locations |
| Light requirements | Full sun |
| Water requirement | Moderate |
| Windproof | Yes |
| Fertilization | Fertilize occasionally for better growth; ask an employee for advice |
| Maintenance | Low, easy to prune as a hedge |
| Leaves | Round, thick, leathery and glossy green leaves |
| Fruits | Round purple-red edible fruits |
| Flowers | Small white-cream flowers |
| Attractor of butterflies and birds | Yes |
| Iguana test | Yes |
| Suitable for pot | Yes, at a young stage |
| Edible | Yes |