What is another word for mangrove family?
Pronunciation: [mˈaŋɡɹə͡ʊv fˈamɪli] (IPA) 
The term "mangrove family" is generally used to describe a group of trees and shrubs that grow in saltwater habitats. While this term is commonly used, it is not the only way to refer to this type of plant community. Other synonyms for the mangrove family include "salt marsh vegetation", "swamp trees", "estuarine plant communities", and "tidal forest". Each of these terms highlights a different aspect of the ecological conditions that support this unique group of plants. Whether you call them mangroves or estuarine plant communities, these plants are an important part of many coastal ecosystems around the world.
