Rhizophoraceae
Ceriops tagal
Yellow Mangrove
Not currently in the nursery
We can propagate most native species on request — get in touch to discuss timeline and quantity.
About
This is a small to medium-sized mangrove tree, often forming dense thickets along the coast. It is characterised by its distinctive knee-like root extensions and viviparous propagules that drop ready to root.
Where it works in Kilifi
Ideal for coastal restoration projects, this species thrives in intertidal zones with saline or brackish water and muddy substrates, requiring full sun. Plant along shorelines to stabilise banks, prevent erosion, and create crucial habitat for marine life.
Growing notes
Growth is moderate, and once established, it requires no freshwater irrigation, thriving on daily tidal inundation. Extremely hardy in its preferred saline, waterlogged environment, it is unsuitable for typical garden settings away from the coast.
Sources
Drafted from: Gemini 2.5 Flash. Please verify with local knowledge before relying on these notes.