Kandelia
# Kandelia

Kandelia is a plant genus of two species in the mangrove family Rhizophoraceae.

## Description

Kandelia species grow as small mangrove trees. Inflorescences bear 4 to 9 flowers. The fruits are ovoid.

## Distribution and habitat

Kandelia species grow in India, China, Japan, Burma, Thailand, Vietnam, Sumatra, Peninsular Malaysia and Borneo. Their habitat is mangrove areas.

## Species

As of September 2014 The Plant List and Tropicos recognise 2 species:

* Kandelia candel (L.) Druce
* Kandelia obovata Sheue, H.Y. Liu & J. Yong
