Sonneratia apetala

Species: Sonneratia apetala 

English Name: Mangrove apple

Chinese Name: 無瓣海桑

Family: Lythraceae

Description:

It is sparsely distributed but the tallest among the mangrove species in Macao, growing up to a height of about 15-20 meters. It can also be distinguished by its dark or black bark and very round fruits.

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Flowers of Sonneratia

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Flowers of Sonneratia

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References:
Araño-Tagulao, K, Chan, SK,Wong, S., Ang, PO, Kam, K. Macao’s Mangroves, University of Saint, Joseph, 2012.