. Edible and poisonous plants of the Caribbean region . 26. Sea Grape Coccoloba uvifera Sea grapes may be eaten raw. The plant is so named because it grows only along seashores. It is a bush or small tree with very thick, large, circular stiff leaves, and clusters of grapelike fruits. The young leaves are red or purple. The small fruits are juicy, nearly white or reddish, slightly sour—almost bitter, but fairly good to eat. It is known as uva de play a and pap- aturro in Central America and some parts of the West Indies; uva caleta in Cuba; and sometimes guljweed in Florida.

. Edible and poisonous plants of the Caribbean region . 26. Sea Grape Coccoloba uvifera Sea grapes may be eaten raw. The plant is so named because it grows only along seashores. It is a bush or small tree with very thick, large, circular stiff leaves, and clusters of grapelike fruits. The young leaves are red or purple. The small fruits are juicy, nearly white or reddish, slightly sour—almost bitter, but fairly good to eat. It is known as uva de play a and pap- aturro in Central America and some parts of the West Indies; uva caleta in Cuba; and sometimes guljweed in Florida. Stock Photo

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