Cerbera manghas L.
| Etymology | Genus | After Cerberus, the three-headed dog in Greek mythology |
|---|---|---|
| Species | - | |
| Family | Apocynaceae | |
| Synonyms | - | |
| Common Names | Sea Mango | |
| Status | Native: Critically Endangered | |
| Form | Tree | |
| Native Distribution | - | |
Diagnostics
A very rare coastal tree compared to its commonly found congener Cerbera odollam. It can be differentiated from the other by the red centre on its white flower.
Interesting Facts
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Cultivated tree at Sungei Buloh Nature Reserve.
White flower with red centre.
Leaves.
Trunk.
References
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Siyang ·
2026-06-06 / Modified: 2026-07-14