THIS LISTING IS FOR ONE EXTRA LARGE 18" 4 LEAF OR MORE MANGROVE
You will receive a plant 16-21”+ with roots, see picture in listing for
estimated size, these are the plants I have for sale. Size includes roots.
Red Mangrove (Rhizophora mangle), characterized by their spider-like "prop
roots" that stand out of the water, are very popular among aquarists for
several reasons. Simple, Varied Planting Options
Red Mangroves arrive as approx 18" + which quickly take root in sand or mud.
They’re also perfectly happy growing in gravel, live rock or water with no
substrate at all. Just make sure that leaves are above the water, and the root
system stays moist. Tolerance to Several Degrees of Salinity Red Mangroves can
thrive in fresh, brackish, or full seawater (although they cannot be moved
freely between water of varying salinity). This adaptability is possible
because the plant conserves fresh water by excreting salt through its leaves.
Affinity for Bright Light and Warmth Red Mangroves thrive under correct
lighting, or even placement next to a large, bright window.
They also require temperature above 60°F (which is typical of most indoor home
aquariums). Red Mangroves may even be planted in outdoor ponds, provided they
are not exposed to nearfreezing temperatures. Interesting
Family:Rhizophoraceae
Origin:Intertidal Waters of Tropical Oceans.
Tank Setup:Brackish to full Seawater. Sand or mud substrate. Leaves must be
above water.
Tank Conditions:72-78°F; sg 1.020-1.025; pH 8.1-8.4; KH 8-12
Care Level:Easy.
Reproduction:Seeds or a Propagule.Tips:Keep aquarium water at 72-78°F, with a
pH of 8.1-8.4, and dKH of 8-12.Remove fallen leaves before they can decay and
raise nutrient levels. Red Mangroves can grow substantial root systems, and
become very tall. Choose a large aquarium or pot to prevent stress from
frequent replanting. Trim the plant's growth tip to prevent excessive height,
and avoid aquariums with tops or canopies. Mist Mangroves with purified water
or wipe excess salt from the leaves with water daily. Regularly add trace
elements and an iron supplement.
Care instructions:
Remove the plants from the shipping material. The temperature of this tropical
plant should not drop below 40 degrees.
Spray foliage once a day with mist bottle of fresh purified water.
Our Mangroves are cultivated in SG 1.021-1.024 so acclimation to your
saltwater tank should not be a problem
Lighting any 40w grow light 14"-18" away with a common daylight UV spectrum
8hrs/day.
Only prune once plant becomes forked with multiple branches even then do go
crazy as the leaves are your nutrient export.
Remove any leaves that fall into your tank.
Feed your plants raw overflow water from tank along with trace elements and
iron supplement.
If they begin dropping leaves, then they are not getting rinsed often enough
as Mangroves dispose of salt through their leaves.