Rhizophora is a genus of tropical mangrove trees, sometimes collectively called true mangroves. The most notable species is the Red Mangrove (Rhizophora mangle) but some other species and a few natural hybrids are known. Rhizophora species generally live in intertidal zones which are indundated daily by the ocean. They exhibit a number of adaptati... Found on http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Rhizophora
Rhi·zoph'o·ra noun [ New Latin See Rhizophorous .] (Botany) A genus of trees including the mangrove. See Mangrove . Found on http://www.encyclo.co.uk/webster/R/77