Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Malpighiales
Genus:
Species:
parviflora
ID:
573426

Status:
valid

Authors:
Wight & Arn. ex W.Griffith

Source:
cmp

Year:
1836

Citation Micro:
Trans. Med. Soc. Calcutta 8: 10 (1836)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000572758

Common Names

  • Bruguiera Parviflora
  • Small-flowered Bruguiera
  • Bruguiera

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Synonyms

  • Kanilia parviflora Blume [unknown]
  • Rhizophora parviflora Roxb. [unknown]
  • Rhizophora pauciflora Griff. [unknown]
  • Bruguiera ritchiei Merr. [unknown]

Description

Bruguiera parviflora (also called 'Small-flowered Bruguiera', among many other common names) is a perennial tree native to the tropical and subtropical regions of the Indian Ocean. It grows in brackish, coastal habitats, such as mangrove forests, and has small, leathery, oval leaves.

Uses & Benefits

Bruguiera parviflora 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

The flower of Bruguiera parviflora is a small, white, star-shaped flower. The seed is a small, black, oval-shaped seed. The seedlings are small, dark green, and oval-shaped.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Bruguiera parviflora 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 parviflora

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

Bruguiera parviflora FAQ

What is the scientific name of Bruguiera parviflora?

Bruguiera parviflora

What are the common names of Bruguiera parviflora?

Mangrove Apple, Mangrove Bitter Apple

What are the uses of Bruguiera parviflora?

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-2684048: Based on the initial data import
George Arnott Walker-Arnott (1799-1868): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Arn.' in the authors string.
Robert Wight (1796-1872): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Wight' in the authors string.