Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Malpighiales
Genus:
Species:
exaristata
ID:
573414

Status:
valid

Authors:
Ding Hou

Source:
cmp

Year:
1957

Citation Micro:
Nova Guinea , n.s., 8: 166 (1957)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000572746

Common Names

  • Bruguiera exaristata
  • Exaristata Bruguiera
  • Exaristata Tree

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Description

Bruguiera exaristata (also called Exaristate 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 exaristata 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 exaristata 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.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Bruguiera exaristata 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 exaristata

Bruguiera exaristata is native to tropical Asia and can be found in moist forest areas.

Bruguiera exaristata FAQ

What is the scientific name of Bruguiera exaristata?

Bruguiera exaristata

What are the common names of Bruguiera exaristata?

Mangrove Apple, Mangrove Bitter Apple

What are the uses of Bruguiera exaristata?

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,

References

The Plant List v1.1 record kew-2684037: Based on the initial data import
Ding Hou (1921-2008): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Ding Hou' in the authors string.