Estuarine Mangrove Forest
Stands of mangroves that form a low closed to open forest on mudflats in Sydney’s harbour, river coves and estuaries. There are two mangrove species found in Estuarine Mangrove forests; Grey Mangrove and River Mangrove.
Native Species List
Common Name
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Botanical Name
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Approximate Height
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| Small Trees |
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| River Mangrove |
Aegiceras corniculatum |
3-4m |
| Grey Mangrove |
Avicennia marina var. australasica |
4-6m |
| Ground Covers |
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| Glasswort |
Sarcocornia quinqueflora |
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Location in City of Ryde
