Sea Almond
探検植物
Sea Almond
terminalia catappa
The Sea Almond, also known as the Indian Almond or Tropical Almond, is a magnificent coastal tree renowned for its horizontal, pagoda-like branching structure and large, lush canopy. Thriving naturally near saltwater environments, this versatile tree is famous for its large, leathery leaves that turn brilliant shades of red, copper, and gold before shedding. Beyond its aesthetic appeal, it plays a vital ecological role by preventing coastal erosion and offering shade and nesting sites for various tropical wildlife. Its corky, buoyant fruits are expertly adapted to float across ocean currents, allowing this resilient tree to colonize tropical coastlines across the globe.
生息地: Found primarily along tropical sandy beaches, rocky shorelines, coastal estuaries, and widely cultivated in urban parks and gardens.
外見
This medium-to-large tree typically reaches heights of 15 to 35 meters, characterized by a distinct layered branching pattern that grows horizontally from a single upright trunk. Its broad, obovate leaves are glossy dark green, measuring 15 to 25 centimeters long, and conspicuously turn vibrant red, orange, or yellow during dry or cool seasons. The tree produces small, star-shaped, greenish-white flowers clustered on spikes, which eventually develop into almond-shaped, flattened green drupes that mature to yellow or reddish-purple and contain a fibrous, corky outer shell.
界Plantae門Tracheophyta綱Magnoliopsida目Myrtales科Combretaceae属Terminalia
カテゴリ
植物レア度
Common
危険度
1/5 · 非常に低い
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おもしろい事実
Because its branches grow in distinct horizontal tiers resembling a pagoda, it is sometimes referred to as the 'Pagoda Tree' in some regions of East Asia.
Its internal seed kernels are entirely edible and taste remarkably like commercial almonds, though extracting them from the tough, woody fibrous husk requires significant effort.
The fallen leaves of the Sea Almond contain rich tannins and humic acids, and are highly sought after by aquarium hobbyists to naturally condition water and promote healing in delicate fish like Bettas.
特殊能力
能力
Oceanic Seed Drift
The tree produces fruits with a light, corky, and water-resistant outer husk that traps air, allowing them to float on ocean currents for months to colonize new shorelines.
能力
Salt Spray Tolerance
It features thick, waxy leaves and a highly resilient bark structure that withstands harsh salt-laden winds and high-salinity soils.
能力
Allelopathic Defenses
Its fallen leaves release rich tannins and humic acids into the surrounding soil, which helps inhibit the growth of competing plant species.
サイズと詳細
- 長さ
- 1500-3500 cm
- 寿命
- 50-100 年
- 抱卵期間
- 30-90 日
食性と食事
As a photosynthetic plant, the Sea Almond produces its own sugars and energy using sunlight, carbon dioxide, water, and essential soil minerals.
主な食物
- Sunlight
- Carbon dioxide
- Water
- Soil nutrients
採餌方法
- Photosynthesis
生態系とのつながり
mutualism
Lesser Short-nosed Fruit Bat
Cynopterus brachyotis
The Lesser Short-nosed Fruit Bat feeds on the fibrous outer husk of the ripe fruit, carrying the seed away and dispersing it.
host plant
Atlas Moth
Attacus atlas
The caterpillars of the massive Atlas Moth utilize the large, nutrient-rich leaves of the Sea Almond as a primary food source.
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安全性
危険度
1/5 · 非常に低い
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よくある質問
Sea Almondを見分けるには？
Sea Almondを識別する最も簡単な方法は、Snappit自然識別アプリを使用することです。
Sea Almondの長さは何ですか？
1500-3500 cm
Sea Almondの寿命は何ですか？
50-100 年
Sea Almondは何を食べますか？
As a photosynthetic plant, the Sea Almond produces its own sugars and energy using sunlight, carbon dioxide, water, and essential soil minerals.
Sea Almondは通常どこに生息していますか？
Found primarily along tropical sandy beaches, rocky shorelines, coastal estuaries, and widely cultivated in urban parks and gardens.
Sea Almondはどのように狩りをしますか？
Photosynthesis
Sea Almondの抱卵期間は何ですか？
30-90 日
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