Cannonball Mangrove (Xylocarpus granatum)
Scientific Name: Xylocarpus granatum — Cannonball Mangrove.
Native Home: Tropical coastal regions of East Africa, South Asia, Southeast Asia, and the western Pacific.
Height: 8–20 metres.
Lifespan: Several decades.
Uses and Harvesting
Timber: Durable wood used locally for furniture, construction, and boatbuilding.
Harvesting: Harvested in some regions for timber, fuelwood, and bark.
Age to Harvest: Approximately 15–30 years, depending on growing conditions and intended use.
Products: Timber, firewood, bark tannins, and traditional medicinal preparations.
History and Global Production
Traditional Use: Coastal communities have used its wood for construction and boats, while its bark and other parts have featured in traditional remedies.
Global Spread: Naturally distributed across tropical mangrove forests from East Africa and South Asia to Southeast Asia and Pacific islands.
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