Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Myrtales
Family:
Species:
apetala
ID:
1237685

Status:
valid

Authors:
Buch.-Ham.

Source:
tro

Year:
1800

Citation Micro:
Account Embassy Kingd. Ava : 477 (1800)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001237023



Common Names

  • Sonneratia apetala
  • Apetalous Sonneratia
  • Apetalous-leaved Sonneratia


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Description

Sonneratia apetala (also called Mangrove Apple, among many other common names) is a small tree or shrub, typically growing up to 10 meters in height. It is native to the Indian subcontinent, Southeast Asia, and northern Australia, and is commonly found in mangrove forests and other wetland habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Sonneratia apetala is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a houseplant. It is also used in traditional medicine for treating various ailments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Sonneratia apetala has white flowers with five petals. Its seeds are small, black and round. Its seedlings are small and have a single stem.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Sonneratia apetala is a slow-growing evergreen shrub that can be propagated from softwood cuttings taken in late spring or early summer. The cuttings should be taken from the tips of the stems and should be at least 4 inches long. The cuttings should be treated with a rooting hormone before being planted in a well-draining potting mix. The cuttings should be kept moist and in a warm, bright location until they have rooted. Once the cuttings have rooted, they can be transplanted into their permanent location.

Where to Find Sonneratia apetala

Sonneratia apetala is native to China and Vietnam. It can be found in moist forests and woodlands.

Sonneratia apetala FAQ

What is the scientific name of Sonneratia apetala?

Sonneratia apetala

What is the natural habitat of Sonneratia apetala?

Tropical and subtropical regions of Asia

What is the average size of Sonneratia apetala?

The average size is around 5 cm in length

Species in the Lythraceae family

Adenaria floribunda, Ammannia aegyptiaca, Ammannia alternifolia, Ammannia anagalloides, Ammannia aspera, Ammannia auriculata, Ammannia baccifera, Ammannia coccinea, Ammannia cordata, Ammannia crassicaulis, Ammannia crinipes, Ammannia debilis, Ammannia desertorum, Ammannia dodecandra, Ammannia elata, Ammannia gracilis, Ammannia latifolia, Ammannia linearipetala, Ammannia loandensis, Ammannia multiflora, Ammannia myriophylloides, Ammannia nagpurensis, Ammannia octandra, Ammannia passerinoides, Ammannia prieuriana, Ammannia prostrata, Ammannia quadriciliata, Ammannia robusta, Ammannia sarcophylla, Ammannia schaeferi, Ammannia senegalensis, Ammannia triflora, Ammannia uniflora, Ammannia urceolata, Ammannia verticillata, Ammannia wormskioldii, Ammannia calcicola, Ammannia heterophylla, Ammannia pauciramosa, Ammannia pubescens, Ammannia praetermissa, Ammannia andongensis, Ammannia angolensis, Ammannia angustifolia, Ammannia arnhemica, Ammannia aurita, Ammannia baumii, Ammannia bequaertii, Ammannia brevistyla, Ammannia burttii,

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