True Mangroves of Havelock Island (Andaman Islands), India

摘要

Intensive explorations in Havelock Island (Andaman Islands) identified the presence of 29 true mangrove species which represent 63% of the total true mangrove species in India; 76% of Andaman and Nicobar islands and 83% of Andaman Islands. True mangroves include the significant species like Aegiceras corniculatum, Lumnitze raracemosa, Rhizophora mucronata and Sonneratia ovata. Brief description, phenology, distribution and photographs of selected mangrove species are provided.