This article delves into the verdant world of Maldivian flora, exploring the native species that have mastered the art of survival in one of the hottest environments on Earth.
The woody vegetation of the Maldives extends beyond its coastal forests. The inner island habitats, where the soil is moistest, support a greater diversity of plants. Under the canopy of coconut plantations or mixed forests, one can find understory trees like (noni), known for its pungent fruit and medicinal properties. In fact, of the 583 vascular plant species recorded, 260 are considered native or naturalized, growing wild across the islands. trees and shrubs of the maldives hot
Boatbuilders heavily rely on its durable wood for traditional Dhoni crafts. Midhili (Country Almond / Terminalia cattapa ) This article delves into the verdant world of