Status:
valid
Authors:
(Lour.) Poir.
Source:
cmp
Year:
1816
Citation Micro:
Encycl. , Suppl. 4: 262 (1816)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000572763
Common Names
- Bruguiera Sexangula
- Six-angled Bruguiera
- Bruguiera
Synonyms
- Rhizophora australis Steud. [unknown]
- Rhizophora eriopetala Steud. [unknown]
- Rhizophora polandra Blanco [unknown]
- Bruguiera australis A.Cunn. ex Arn. [unknown]
- Bruguiera eriopetala Wight & Arn. [unknown]
- Bruguiera oxyphylla Miq. [unknown]
- Bruguiera parietosa Griff. [unknown]
- Bruguiera sexangula sexangula [unknown]
- Rhizophora sexangula Lour. [unknown]
Description
Bruguiera sexangula (also called 'Six-angled 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 large, leathery, oval leaves.
Uses & Benefits
Bruguiera sexangula is used as a medicinal plant, as a fodder for animals, and as an ornamental plant.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Bruguiera sexangula 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.
Cultivation and Propagation
Bruguiera sexangula 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 sexangula
Bruguiera sexangula is native to tropical Asia and can be found in moist forest areas.
Bruguiera sexangula FAQ
What is the scientific name of Bruguiera sexangula?
Bruguiera sexangula
What are the common names of Bruguiera sexangula?
Mangrove Apple, Mangrove Bitter Apple
What are the uses of Bruguiera sexangula?
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,