Bruguiera gymnorhiza, commonly known as the large-leafed orange mangrove, is a mangrove tree native to estuarine ecosystems, tidal creeks, and mudflats in the Indo-Pacific region, including East Africa, South Asia, Southeast Asia, and northern Australia. This evergreen species typically grows to a height of 23-66 feet (7-20 meters) but can reach up to 115 feet (35 meters) in ideal conditions. It has a distinctive appearance with a smoothish, reddish-brown trunk and large, green, elliptic leaves. The tree produces solitary flowers with white or cream petals that turn brown with age, and its spindle-shaped fruits are viviparous, embedding in mud to quickly develop roots.

The large-leafed orange mangrove is valued for its ecological role in coastal protection and its ability to stabilize shorelines. It is also used for timber, charcoal production, and traditional medicine. In cultivation, it requires brackish water conditions and muddy, waterlogged soils to thrive. It prefers full sun but can tolerate partial shade. Gardeners should be aware of its potential invasiveness when grown outside its native range and check local regulations before planting.CC BY-SA 4.0