Status:
valid
Authors:
Blume
Source:
cmp
Year:
1827
Citation Micro:
Enum. Pl. Javae 1: 91 (1827)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000572742
Common Names
- Bruguiera cylindrica
- Cylindrical Bruguiera
- Cylindrica Bruguiera
Synonyms
- Kanilia caryophylloides Blume [unknown]
- Bruguiera caryophyllaeoides Blume [unknown]
- Bruguiera malabarica Arn. [unknown]
- Bruguiera caryophylloides (Burm.f.) Blume [unknown]
- Rhizophora cylindrica L. [unknown]
- Rhizophora caryophylloides Burm.f. [unknown]
Description
Bruguiera cylindrica (also called Cylindrical Bruguiera, among many other common names) is a species of mangrove tree native to tropical and subtropical regions of the Indo-Pacific. It is a large tree growing to a height of up to 30 metres (98 ft). It grows in coastal habitats.
Uses & Benefits
Bruguiera cylindrica is used as an ornamental plant and for its timber. Its timber is used for making furniture, musical instruments, and other wood products. The leaves and bark of the plant are used for medicinal purposes.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Bruguiera cylindrica has small white flowers with five petals and yellow anthers. The seed is small, round and black. The seedlings are small and have a single cotyledon.
Cultivation and Propagation
Bruguiera cylindrica is a tropical evergreen shrub that can reach up to 4 m in height. It is native to India, Bangladesh, and Myanmar. It prefers a warm, humid climate and partial shade. Propagation is usually done by seed. The seeds should be sown in a well-drained potting mix and kept moist. Once the seedlings are established, they can be transplanted into the garden.
Where to Find Bruguiera cylindrica
Bruguiera cylindrica is native to tropical Asia and can be found in moist forest areas.
Bruguiera cylindrica FAQ
What is the scientific name of Bruguiera cylindrica?
Bruguiera cylindrica
What are the common names of Bruguiera cylindrica?
Mangrove Apple, Mangrove Bitter Apple
What are the uses of Bruguiera cylindrica?
Timber, fuel, and medicine
Species in the Bruguiera genus
Species in the Rhizophoraceae family
Anopyxis klaineana,
Blepharistemma membranifolium,
Bruguiera cylindrica,
Bruguiera exaristata,
Bruguiera gymnorhiza,
Bruguiera hainesii,
Bruguiera parviflora,
Bruguiera sexangula,
Bruguiera rhynchopetala,
Bruguieria rhedii,
Carallia borneensis,
Carallia brachiata,
Carallia calophylloidea,
Carallia calycina,
Carallia coriifolia,
Carallia eugenioidea,
Carallia garciniifolia,
Carallia hulstijnii,
Carallia longipes,
Carallia orophila,
Carallia papuana,
Carallia paucinervia,
Carallia pectinifolia,
Carallia suffruticosa,
Cassipourea alternifolia,
Cassipourea nana,
Cassipourea ndambiana,
Cassipourea adamauensis,
Cassipourea adami,
Cassipourea afzelii,
Cassipourea annobonensis,
Cassipourea barteri,
Cassipourea calimensis,
Cassipourea carringtoniana,
Cassipourea celastroides,
Cassipourea ceylanica,
Cassipourea congensis,
Cassipourea delphinensis,
Cassipourea dinklagei,
Cassipourea eketensis,
Cassipourea elliptica,
Cassipourea ellipticifolia,
Cassipourea euryoides,
Cassipourea evrardii,
Cassipourea fanshawei,
Cassipourea firestoneana,
Cassipourea flanaganii,
Cassipourea floribunda,
Cassipourea glomerata,
Cassipourea gossweileri,