Abstract
This study focuses on the Rizophoraceae found in the state of Rio de Janeiro. It is based on a morphological analysis of herbaria collections, as well as on a review of the relevant literature and on collections in the field. A total of one species were recorded for the state: Rhizophora mangle. Descriptions, habitat data, phenology, and species distribution are also provided.
Key words:
Rhizophora; floristic inventories; red mangrove; taxonomy