Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Myrtales
Family:
Species:
hainanensis
ID:
1242416

Status:
valid

Authors:
W.C.Ko, E.Y.Chen & W.Y.Chen

Source:
tro

Year:
1985

Citation Micro:
Acta Phytotax. Sin. 23: 311 (1985)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001241754



Common Names

  • Sonneratia hainanensis
  • Hainanensis Sonneratia
  • Sonneratia


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Description

Sonneratia hainanensis (also called Sonneratia alba, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the family Lythraceae, native to Southeast Asia. It is a medium-sized evergreen tree that grows up to 10 meters in height. Its leaves are glossy and its flowers are white. It is found in tropical rainforests and moist lowland forests.

Uses & Benefits

Sonneratia hainanensis is used as an ornamental plant, as it has attractive foliage and flowers. It is also used as a windbreak and for soil stabilization.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Sonneratia hainanensis has small white flowers with five petals and a yellow center. The seeds are small, dark brown, and have a hard outer shell. The seedlings are small, with a single stem and two small leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Sonneratia hainanensis is a fast-growing tree that can be propagated by seed or cuttings. It can be grown in full sun or partial shade and prefers well-drained, sandy soils. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate temperatures down to -5°C (23°F).

Where to Find Sonneratia hainanensis

Sonneratia hainanensis can be found in the Hainan Province of China.

Sonneratia hainanensis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Sonneratia hainanensis?

Sonneratia hainanensis

What is the common name of Sonneratia hainanensis?

Hainan mangrove

What is the natural habitat of Sonneratia hainanensis?

Tropical and subtropical mangrove forests

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,

References

The Plant List v1.1 record tro-50114933: Based on the initial data import
Wan Chang Ko (1916-2000): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'W.C.Ko' in the authors string.
E.Y. Chen: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'E.Y.Chen' in the authors string.
Wen Yun Chen: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'W.Y.Chen' in the authors string.