Small Leafed Orange Mangrove (Bruguiera parviflora)
Scientific Name: Bruguiera parviflora — Small-Leafed Orange Mangrove.
Native Home: South and Southeast Asia, northern Australia, and parts of the western Pacific.
Height: 10–25 metres.
Lifespan: Several decades.
Uses and Harvesting
Timber: Wood used locally for construction, poles, and fuelwood.
Harvesting: Harvested in some regions for timber and firewood; sustainable harvesting helps protect mangrove ecosystems.
Age to Harvest: Approximately 15–30 years, depending on growing conditions and intended use.
Products: Timber, firewood, charcoal, and bark tannins.
History and Global Production
Traditional Use: Coastal communities have used its wood for construction and fuel, and its bark for tanning.
Global Spread: Naturally distributed across tropical mangrove forests of South and Southeast Asia, northern Australia, and nearby islands.
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