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Red Mangrove
Rhizophora mangle
In the United States:
Native
· also called red mangrove
Honeybees forage on red mangrove flowers for nectar and pollen, contributing to specialized coastal honey flows in brackish wetland regions. Year-round bloom with peaks in summer and fall provides consistent warm-season resources. Thrives only in tidal coastal wetlands — ideal for apiaries near mangrove ecosystems, unsuitable inland.
| Nectar | high |
|---|---|
| Pollen | medium |
| Bloom (US) | April–September |
| Hardiness zones | 10-11 |
| Type | Perennial |
| Sun | full |