It is a sea grape shrub: Sea grape can grow as a shrub or a vase-shaped tree, depending on where it's planted. It can also be trained as a hedge. The rounded, leathery leaves can grow up to eight inches in diameter. Sea grape grows in full sun or partial shade, and is very drought tolerant once established.
Hi Michelle. Sea Grapes is often used in landscaping especially in tropical locations. A lot of times you can find them growing right on the beach . They love to grow in sand and they grow clusters that look like grapes. Michelle, for sure that is a Sea Grape.
Thanks to EVERYONE for your answers to strange plant. After
receiving several answers......I'm pretty sure it is a Sea Grape
plant. I looked on some plant/ leaf websites and though almost identical to my two funky plant, some had pictures of small green grape looking cluster and there is actually a dwarf sea grape...……...nonetheless, I don't really care for their appearance, unfortunately they gotta go to the sea,lol I guess
I am not sure what is causing this damage to my “Dark Mystery” hibiscus leaves. I have looked under the leaves and didn’t find anything significant. There were a few... See more
What is wrong with my succulent? It seems to be happy since it has grown so long and is sprouting off at the base. I'm not sure what the white part in the middle is... See more
These are perennials that were in my garden when I moved in. I believe they’re all herbs. What do you think they are? (Green beans added for a sense of scale).... See more
Can someone identify this for me? I was I was I initially excited thinking one of my perennials that I planted last year were really growing good...now I am thinking... See more
My small citrus trees have very shriveled leaves. I keep severn dust on them for the bugs. Were in the rainy season so they get tons of water. Ive spent so much money... See more
I want to make my headges grow leaves and coverage closer to the ground, not sure if I should trim and they will automatically grow closer to the ground or do I have... See more
There is a time when I can collect the persimmons off my tree and they can be used for a wonderful pie, but, if I wait too long, things go "REALLY SOUR"; pun... See more
I believe that elephant ears like to live in wet places. I have a spot in my yard that my stays wet due to air conditioner run off. I mean really really wet this... See more
I spend a lot of times attending to them. I have never sprayed with any chemicalsin recent years all my effort are wasted since the fruit rots three quarter of the... See more
We have some beautiful blue Hydrangias but the old flowers do not look good. The plant is thriving but I am worried the old flowers will drain energy from the plant.... See more
Our house is located on a corner lot in our development and has full sun all day. I would like suggestions for plants that will survive in the hot summer sun. Any... See more
I love to plant these and eat the produce, but they spread so much, I would like to find a way to contain them so that they do not spread into my other plants and... See more
Your comment...
Looks like a Katsura that has been lopped down a few times. It is suppose to be a tree. I am not an arborist nor do I play one on TV
I agree, looks like Katsura.
This is a sea grape shrub here is a photo of it. https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/ornamental/shrubs/sea-grape/seaside-grape-information.htm
Cheryl A. Is correct, this is a sea grape. Very common in Florida and along southern coastal areas.
Compare the leaf veins.
First Picture: Sea grape is pennate with a round tip.
Second Picture: Katsura is palmate with a pointed tip.
It is a sea grape shrub: Sea grape can grow as a shrub or a vase-shaped tree, depending on where it's planted. It can also be trained as a hedge. The rounded, leathery leaves can grow up to eight inches in diameter. Sea grape grows in full sun or partial shade, and is very drought tolerant once established.
https://hort.ifas.ufl.edu/woody/Pages/cocuvi/cocuvi.shtml
Looks like sea grapes to me.
Lived in Florida for 5 years, it's a Sea Grape
Sea Grapes! I love them!
Hi Michelle. Sea Grapes is often used in landscaping especially in tropical locations. A lot of times you can find them growing right on the beach . They love to grow in sand and they grow clusters that look like grapes. Michelle, for sure that is a Sea Grape.
Hi Michelle, that looks like a Sea Grape or Bay Grape - https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Coccoloba_uvifera
It is a Sea Grape which will become huge if let be.
Thanks to EVERYONE for your answers to strange plant. After
receiving several answers......I'm pretty sure it is a Sea Grape
plant. I looked on some plant/ leaf websites and though almost identical to my two funky plant, some had pictures of small green grape looking cluster and there is actually a dwarf sea grape...……...nonetheless, I don't really care for their appearance, unfortunately they gotta go to the sea,lol I guess
Thanks again, Michelle
Sea grapes are lovely things to me. I love the way they sort of twist and meander as they grow. It might grow on you (pun intended)!
sea grapes