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The shrubs of the Maldives aren't just for decoration; they are the first line of defense against coastal erosion.

– Calophyllum inophyllum (Beach Mahogany / Alexandrian laurel)

| Purpose | Best Species | |---------|---------------| | | Ruh, Kuredhi, Breadfruit, Tropical almond | | Windbreak | Magoo (Scaevola), Boa keyo (Suriana) | | Salt tolerance (extreme) | Kulhaveli (Pemphis), Kuredhi | | Drought tolerance | Funa, Noni, Magoo | | Edible fruit (heat-loving) | Coconut, Mango, Noni |

At the edge of the turquoise water, the Beach Naupaka

Found right at the water's edge, this twisted, slow-growing shrub has incredibly dense wood. It’s often used for making tool handles and traditional ornaments. Beach Gardenia (

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The shrubs of the Maldives aren't just for decoration; they are the first line of defense against coastal erosion.

– Calophyllum inophyllum (Beach Mahogany / Alexandrian laurel) trees and shrubs of the maldives hot

| Purpose | Best Species | |---------|---------------| | | Ruh, Kuredhi, Breadfruit, Tropical almond | | Windbreak | Magoo (Scaevola), Boa keyo (Suriana) | | Salt tolerance (extreme) | Kulhaveli (Pemphis), Kuredhi | | Drought tolerance | Funa, Noni, Magoo | | Edible fruit (heat-loving) | Coconut, Mango, Noni | The shrubs of the Maldives aren't just for

At the edge of the turquoise water, the Beach Naupaka trees and shrubs of the maldives hot

Found right at the water's edge, this twisted, slow-growing shrub has incredibly dense wood. It’s often used for making tool handles and traditional ornaments. Beach Gardenia (