MeSH definition : A plant genus of the family Acanthaceae. Members contain NAPHTHOQUINONES. Black mangroves
(common name for the genus) are distinguished from other mangroves by their spike-like
aerial roots called pneumatophores that project from the soil or water surrounding
the plants.;
MeSH synonym : avicennias; Black Mangrove; Black Mangroves; Mangrove, Black; Mangroves, Black;
A plant genus of the family Acanthaceae. Members contain NAPHTHOQUINONES. Black mangroves
(common name for the genus) are distinguished from other mangroves by their spike-like
aerial roots called pneumatophores that project from the soil or water surrounding
the plants.