Asiatic Mangrove
Rhizophora mucronata Poir.
Rhizophora mucronata is a mangrove species native to the coasts and riverbanks of East Africa and the Indo-Pacific region. It is a member of the Rhizophoraceae family and was first described in 1804 by Poir. This tree is commonly known as the Asiatic Mangrove and is distributed across locations including Langkawi, AE, KM, and IO.
Description
Rhizophora mucronata is a coastal tree species that thrives in brackish water environments. It is part of the Rhizophoraceae family and is widely distributed in tropical regions. The species is known for its characteristic stilt-like roots that provide structural support in soft, muddy substrates. It plays an important ecological role in mangrove ecosystems by stabilizing shorelines and providing habitat for various marine and terrestrial organisms.
Other common names
Asiatic MangroveLoop-root MangroveRed MangroveTrue Mangrovemangrove
Distribution
Langkawi · AE · KM · IO · Global
Synonyms
Rhizophora rugensRhizophora latifoliaRhizophora candelariaMangium candelariumRhizophora macrorrhizaRhizophora longissimaRhizophora mucronata f. reductaRhizophora mucronata var. typicaRhizophora mucronata var. alokiiRhizophora macrorhiza