Pandanus odoratissimus Pandanus odoratissimus, also known as the Fragrant Screw Pine or Kewda, is a species of flowering tree belonging to the Pandanaceae family. It is native to coastal and tropical environments in the Indian subcontinent, Southeast Asia, and the Pacific Islands. Pandanus odoratissimus is commonly found growing in coastal areas, particularly along sandy beaches, […]
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Hibiscus tiliaceus
Hibiscus tiliaceus Hibiscus tiliaceus, also known as the Sea Hibiscus, Beach Hibiscus, or Coastal Cottonwood, is a species of flowering tree belonging to the Malvaceae family. It is native to coastal and tropical environments in the Indo-Pacific region, including the Indian subcontinent, Southeast Asia, northern Australia, and the Pacific Islands. Hibiscus tiliaceus can tolerate a […]
Poresia coarctata
Poresia coarctata Pemphis acidula, not Poresia coarctata, is the correct name for the plant species in question. Pemphis acidula, also known as the Ironwood or Bonsai Mangrove, is a species of small, evergreen shrub or tree belonging to the Lythraceae family. It is native to coastal and rocky environments in the Indian Ocean and western […]
Tengra (Lumnitzera racemosa)
Tengra (Lumnitzera racemosa) Tengra (Lumnitzera racemosa), also known as the Black Mangrove or White-Flowered Mangrove, is a species of mangrove tree belonging to the Combretaceae family. It is native to the mangrove forests of the Indian subcontinent, Southeast Asia, and the western Pacific islands. Tengra trees are commonly found in coastal areas, particularly along estuaries, […]
Garjan (Rhizophora apiculata)
Garjan (Rhizophora apiculata) Garjan (Rhizophora apiculata), also known as the Asiatic Mangrove or Red Mangrove, is a species of mangrove tree belonging to the Rhizophoraceae family. It is native to the mangrove forests of the Indian subcontinent, Southeast Asia, and northern Australia. Garjan trees are commonly found in coastal areas, particularly along estuaries, tidal creeks, […]
Baen (Avicennia alba)
Baen (Avicennia alba) Baen (Avicennia alba), also known as the White Mangrove or Asian Mangrove, is a species of mangrove tree belonging to the Acanthaceae family. It is native to the mangrove forests of the Indian subcontinent, Southeast Asia, and northern Australia. Baen trees are commonly found in coastal areas, particularly along estuaries, tidal creeks, […]
Passur (Xylocarpus granatum)
Passur (Xylocarpus granatum) Passur (Xylocarpus granatum), also known as the Cannonball Mangrove, Puzzlenut Tree, or Cedar Mangrove, is a species of mangrove tree belonging to the Meliaceae family. It is native to the mangrove forests of the Indian subcontinent, Southeast Asia, and northern Australia. Passur trees are commonly found in coastal areas, particularly along estuaries, […]
Dhundul (Xylocarpus mekongensis)
Dhundul (Xylocarpus mekongensis) Dhundul (Xylocarpus mekongensis), also known as the Mekong Mangrove or Mekong Cat’s Eye Mangrove, is a species of mangrove tree belonging to the Meliaceae family. It is native to the mangrove forests of the Indian subcontinent, Southeast Asia, and southern China. Dhundul trees are commonly found in coastal areas, particularly along estuaries, […]
Kankra (Bruguiera gymnorrhiza)
Kankra (Bruguiera gymnorrhiza) Kankra, also known as Bruguiera gymnorrhiza, is a species of mangrove tree belonging to the Rhizophoraceae family. It is commonly found in intertidal zones of tropical and subtropical regions, where it plays a vital role in maintaining the ecosystem. Taxonomy of Bruguiera gymnorrhiza: Kingdom: Plantae Subkingdom: Viridiplantae Phylum: Tracheophyta Class: Magnoliopsida Order: […]
Bain (Avicennia officinalis)
Bain (Avicennia officinalis) Bain (Avicennia officinalis), also known as Indian Mangrove, Black Mangrove, or Grey Mangrove, is a species of mangrove tree belonging to the Acanthaceae family. It is native to the mangrove forests of the Indian subcontinent, Southeast Asia, and northern Australia. Bain trees are commonly found in coastal areas, particularly along estuaries, tidal […]