Cocoplum Red Tip

Chrysobalanus icaco 'Red Tip'

cocoplum red tip

Also known as: Red Tip Cocoplum, Icaco, Paradise Plum

Native to the Caribbean, Central America, and the tropical coasts of Africa, Cocoplum Red Tip is one of the most eye-catching native shrubs you can grow. What makes it special is its constant color show — as new leaves emerge they come in bold, bright red before maturing into deep, glossy green, keeping the plant looking fresh and vibrant year-round. Salt tolerant, wind resistant, and incredibly adaptable to a wide range of soils, it's as tough as it is beautiful.

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plant tips

water
Water regularly until established, then reduce to as needed. Once mature, Cocoplum handles dry spells well and adapts to a wide range of moisture conditions.
light
Thrives in full sun to partial shade. More direct sunlight brings out the most vivid red new growth and keeps the plant dense and full.
zone
Zones 10-11.
size
Grows up to 20 ft. tall as a tree but is easily maintained as a 4–6 ft. hedge or shrub with regular trimming.

care

Plant in well-draining soil in a sunny spot and water regularly until established. Cocoplum Red Tip is low maintenance and requires very little fertilizing to thrive. Trim regularly to maintain shape as a hedge or privacy screen — it responds beautifully to pruning and stays dense and full with consistent trimming. Hardy and wind resistant, making it a great choice for exposed outdoor spaces.

decor inspo

privacy hedge with color
Plant Cocoplum Red Tip in a row along your property line or garden border for a dense, colorful privacy screen that stays vibrant year-round. Its bold red new growth adds a striking pop of color to any landscape.
landscape showstopper
Use Cocoplum Red Tip as a standalone plant in any open garden space for a bold, architectural focal point. Its glossy green leaves and bright red create a stunning, eye-catching display in any tropical landscape.