Barringtonia acutangula
“Freshwater Mangrove”
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SHRUB (WOODY OR HERBACEOUS, 1-6 M TALL)The roots from this tree is poisonous, and is said to have been used by native Australians to capture fish. Despite this there are multiple positive medicinal properties of other parts of the mangrove.
| Suitability | |
|---|---|
| Category | Medium Shrubs up to 5m |
| Family | Lecythidaceae |
| Aspect | Full Sun |
| Soil | Clay, Sandy |
| Habitat | Riparian Community |
