Rhizophora mangle
Family: Rhizophoraceae
Red Mangrove (Rhizophora mangle) is a Florida native shrub. An iconic coastal shrub with distinctive prop roots and thick, leathery leaves. Essential for coastal protection and marine ecosystem health. Requires saltwater conditions to thrive. Habitats: coastal, wetland. Light: full sun, partial shad

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An iconic coastal shrub with distinctive prop roots and thick, leathery leaves. Essential for coastal protection and marine ecosystem health. Requires saltwater conditions to thrive.