Bruguiera Exaristata

Description

Bruguiera Exaristata, commonly known as the Large-Leafed Orange Mangrove, is a species of evergreen tree that belongs to the Rhizophoraceae family. It is native to the Indo-Pacific region, including India, Malaysia, and Australia. The tree can grow up to 30 meters in height and has a straight trunk with a diameter of up to 60 cm. The bark of the tree is smooth, greyish-brown in color, and has fissures, while the leaves are glossy and leathery. The flowers are small, white, and have a pleasant fragrance.

Taxonomic Information

Appearance

The Bruguiera Exaristata tree has a straight trunk, with a diameter of up to 60 cm. The bark of the tree is smooth, greyish-brown in color, and has fissures. The leaves are glossy and leathery, with a length of up to 30 cm and a width of up to 12 cm. The leaves are oval-shaped and have a pointed tip. The flowers are small, white, and have a pleasant fragrance. The fruit of the tree is oval-shaped, green in color, and turns brown when mature. The fruit measures up to 4 cm in length and contains one seed.

Care Guide

Bruguiera Exaristata is a hardy tree that requires low maintenance. Here are some care tips:

Water

The tree prefers moist soil and can tolerate occasional flooding. However, it is important to ensure that the tree is not submerged in water for an extended period, as this can lead to root rot.

Fertilization

The tree does not require frequent fertilization. However, a slow-release fertilizer can be applied once a year to promote growth.

Soil

The tree prefers well-draining soil with high organic content. A mixture of sand, clay, and organic matter can be used to create the ideal soil conditions.

Sunlight

The tree prefers full sunlight but can tolerate partial shade.

Hardiness Zones

The tree can grow in USDA hardiness zones 10 to 12.

Common Pests & Diseases

Bruguiera Exaristata is susceptible to pests and diseases, including:

Pests

• Mealybugs
• Scale insects
• Caterpillars

Diseases

• Root rot
• Leaf spot
• Anthracnose

Habitat

Bruguiera Exaristata is native to the Indo-Pacific region, including India, Malaysia, and Australia. The tree is commonly found in coastal areas, where it grows in brackish water, tidal flats, and mudflats.

Questions and Answers

Q. What is the height of the Bruguiera Exaristata tree?

A. The tree can grow up to 30 meters in height.

Q. What is the preferred soil type for the Bruguiera Exaristata tree?

A. The tree prefers well-draining soil with high organic content.

Q. What are the common pests and diseases that affect the Bruguiera Exaristata tree?

A. The tree is susceptible to mealybugs, scale insects, root rot, leaf spot, and anthracnose.

Q. What is the hardiness zone for the Bruguiera Exaristata tree?

A. The tree can grow in USDA hardiness zones 10 to 12.

Related Plants

• Bruguiera Cylindrica
• Bruguiera Gymnorrhiza
• Bruguiera Hainesii
• Bruguiera Parviflora

References

• “Bruguiera exaristata.” Useful Tropical Plants, www.tropical.theferns.info/viewtropical.php?id=Bruguiera+exaristata.
• “Bruguiera exaristata.” World Checklist of Selected Plant Families, www.kew.org/wcsp/home.do.
• “Bruguiera exaristata.” Plants of the World Online, www.plantsoftheworldonline.org/taxon/urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:561307-1.