Kandelia

Kandelia is a plant genus of two species in the mangrove family Rhizophoraceae.

Description

Kandelia species grow as small mangrove trees. Inflorescences bear 4 to 9 flowers. The fruits are .

Distribution and habitat

Kandelia species grow in India, China, Japan, Burma, Thailand, Vietnam, Sumatra, Peninsular Malaysia and Borneo. Their habitat is mangrove areas.

Species

The Plant List and Tropicos recognise 2 species:

• Kandelia candel
• Kandelia obovata

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