Cynometra ramiflora / Mangrove Bean / Monkey Pod
Cynometra ramiflora Seeds – Rare Tropical Tree for Coastal & Wetland Landscapes
✅ Tagline / Hook
A rare beauty for wet, tropical spaces – perfect for coastal greening and biodiversity projects.
✅ Botanical Characteristics
Cynometra ramiflora is a medium-sized, semi-evergreen tropical tree native to Southeast Asia, India, and the Pacific Islands. It thrives in tidal swamps, estuaries, and coastal forests, often used for mangrove-edge restoration. The tree reaches 8–20 meters in height with a dense crown and compound, glossy green leaves. It produces small fragrant flowers and curved, woody seed pods that turn reddish-brown when mature.
✅ Cultivation Guide
Climate: Tropical, humid climates (USDA Zones 10–12)
Soil: Moist, sandy to clay soils; tolerates saltwater intrusion
Sunlight: Full sun to partial shade
Watering: Prefers wet conditions or seasonal flooding
Germination: Soak seeds for 24 hours; germinates in 2–5 weeks
Growth Rate: Moderate to fast under ideal conditions
✅ Uses
🌱 Ecological restoration: Used in mangrove and coastal wetland rehabilitation projects
🌳 Ornamental value: Attractive tree for parklands, coastal gardens, or tropical landscape designs
🌾 Agroforestry: Sometimes used as windbreak or shade tree in mixed planting systems
🛶 Traditional use: Wood used locally for light construction or tools; seeds sometimes used in indigenous crafts.
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