Brownlowia tersa (L.) Kosterm.

Etymology Genus -
Species Polished, referring to the shiny leaf surface
Family Malvaceae
Synonyms -
Common Names Dungun Air
Status Native: Endangered
Form Shrub
Native Distribution India to Southeast Asia

Diagnostics:

Brownlowia tersa is a low shrub of below 2m, with lanceolate leaves. The fruits are bilobed and asymmetrical. It grows on sunny exposed area in the mangroves.


Large spread of Brownlownia tersa at Mandai Mangroves.

Flower.

Fruits.

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Author: Siyang
Posted: 2024-08-03 / Modified: 2024-08-11


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