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Puzzle nut Mangrove (Xylocarpus moluccensis)

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  • Scientific Name: Xylocarpus moluccensis — Cedar Mangrove.

  • Native Home: Tropical Indo-Pacific coastlines, including South and Southeast Asia.

  • Height: 5–20 metres.

  • Lifespan: Several decades.

Uses and Harvesting

  • Timber: Hard, durable wood used for local construction and traditional woodworking.

  • Harvesting: Selective harvesting where legally permitted.

  • Age to Harvest: Approximately 20–40 years, depending on growing conditions and intended use.

  • Products: Timber, traditional woodcraft, and mangrove restoration seedlings.

History and Global Production

  • Traditional Use: Coastal communities have used its wood for practical construction and household purposes.

  • Global Spread: Naturally distributed across tropical Indo-Pacific mangrove forests, including parts of India and Southeast Asia.

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