Kandelia (Kandelia Obovata) is a perennial tree in the Rhizophoraceae family with moderate care difficulty. It requires very high watering and full sun or partial shade light in USDA hardiness zones 9-12. This plant is safe for cats and dogs.

Kandelia obovata is an evergreen mangrove tree native to coastal regions of East Asia and Southeast Asia, typically growing 1-3 meters tall and occasionally up to 8 meters.