Allen, James A., and Duke, Norman C. (2006) Large-leafed mangrove: Bruguiera gymnorrhiza. In: Elevitch, Craig R., (ed.) Traditional Trees of Pacific Islands: their culture, environment, and use. Permanent Agriculture Resources (PAR), Holualoa, Hawaii, pp. 1-15.

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Abstract

Distribution: Found in Micronesia, Samoa, and the south western Pacific; widely distributed from the eastern coast of Africa through Asia to subtropical Australia.

Size: Reaches 30–35 m (100–115 ft) in height, although commonly much shorter, around 7–20 m (22–62 feet).

Habitat: Intertidal zones, 0–2 m (0–6.6 ft), or the elevation range between mean sea level and highest tide, with rainfall of 1000–8000 mm (40–315 in).

Vegetation: Common associates on Pacifi c islands include other mangrove tree species.

Soils: Wide range, trees thrive best in river estuaries.

Growth rate: Less than 1 m/yr (3.3 ft/yr) in height.

Main agroforestry uses: Soil stabilization, coastal protection, wildlife/marine habitat.

Main products: Timber, dyes and traditional medicine. Yields No data available.

Intercropping: Recommended for planting together with other mangrove species.

Invasive potential: Can be invasive; not recommended for planting outside of its natural range.

Item ID:	48533
Item Type:	Book Chapter (Reference)
ISBN:	978-0-9702544-5-0
Keywords:	mangrove; plant; Bruguiera gymnorrhiza; description; distribution; ecology; restoration; planting; Pacific; IWP
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Additional Information:	Print citation: Allen, James A., and Duke, Norman C. (2006) Large-leafed mangrove: Bruguiera gymnorrhiza. In: Elevitch, Craig R., (ed.) Traditional Trees of Pacific Islands: Their Culture, Environment, and Use. Permanent Agriculture Resources (PAR), Holualoa, Hawaii, pp. 139-152.
Date Deposited:	30 Aug 2017 00:21
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