Avicennia germinans (Black Mangrove)

Avicennia germinans (Black Mangrove) plant with green oval leaves and pale green fruit branch
Avicennia germinans (Black Mangrove) branches with oval green leaves and small pale green pointed fruit

Botanical name: Avicennia germinans

Common name: Black Mangrove

Family: Avicenniaceae

USDA Plant Hardiness Map

USDA Zone: 9-10

Large shrub 5-10 ft tallSmall tree 10-20 ftPlant used for bonsaiPlant form: Large bush or small tree; suitable for bonsai
Plant mature sizeMature height: 10-20 ft
Full sunSemi-shadeShadeSun exposure: Full sun or bright light indoor; semi-shade; shade
Cold toleranceCold tolerance: Frost sensitive. Protect from freezing.
Keep soil wet: Bog or aquatic plantWatering: Bog or aquatic
Suitable forSuitable for: Outdoors in the suitable USDA zone; small gardens, containers, and indoor growing
Ornamental foliageFoliage color: Ornamental foliage
Flood tolerant plantFlood tolerance: High

Mangroves are tropical plants that are adapted to loose, wet soils, salt water, and being periodically submerged by tides. Great for aquariums and ponds. See Article about mangroves.


Avicennia germinans green leaves above dark brown root projections in coastal soil
Avicennia germinans leaves hanging over dense clusters of dark brown root projections
Avicennia germinans (Black Mangrove) lime green fruit hanging in a close up.
Avicennia germinans (Black Mangrove) lime green fruits hanging from a thin woody branch.
Avicennia germinans (Black Mangrove) green stems and leaves growing from wet wood plant base
Avicennia germinans (Black Mangrove) stems grow upright from a piece of weathered brown driftwood.


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