QUICK STATS ABOUT OUR MANGROVE IN STOCK NOW! Care Level: Easy Lighting: Moderate Water Conditions: 72-78° F, pH 8.1-8.4, sg 1.020-1.025, KH 8-12 Propagation: Seeds, Viviparous Color Form: Green, Red Supplements: Magnesium, Trace Elements, Iron-Rich Fertilizer Compatibility: View Chart Family: Rhizophoraceae overview The Red Mangrove Tree of the genus Rhizophora grows in the upper end of the intertidal waters of the tropical oceans of the world. The mangrove trees reproduce by either forming seeds about the size of a hazelnut, or by producing a propagule which is dropped from the tree allowing it to root. The form that we are offering is the propagule, which has proven to be much hardier for the aquarium than the seed. The propagule is approximately 6 to 15 inches in length and looks similar to a candle. The Mangroves without leaves are shipped without any leaves that is ready to be planted. Some of the other less expensive mangroves offered in the trade are simply tubers and are difficult to germinate and grow. The Red Mangrove (our stock) can be planted in the sand, or in between rocks in an open topped aquarium, illuminated sump or refugium. The roots will quickly form and take hold in sand substrate or in live rock. Provide illumination for these plants through the light from the side of a metal halide, LED or directly under fluorescents with a light spectrum in the range of 6000°-8000°K. Mangroves absorb nutrients from the water in order to grow, They help lower nitrates and phosphates in the aquarium. They export the unneeded nutrients and excess salt through their leaves so a quick wash with fresh or ro water may be required to keep the plants looking and working at there best simply spray with water. It is important for nutrient control in the aquarium, that when leaves are dropped from the plant that they are not allowed to decay in the aquarium so remove the leaves from the system. This species of mangrove will grow in fresh, brackish and saltwater. They are even suitable for ponds but will not tolerate near freezing temperatures. Be sure when planting that the leaves are out of the water (there has been proof of them growing under water and thriving). They can also be simply planted in a pot and used as a house plant. Just be sure to keep its soil moist and to provide it with plenty of fertilizer. >The general care for these plants includes; •wiping excess salt from the leaves with fresh water a few times per week some people dont and still have good growth •trimming the growth tip of the plant to control growth. Like any plant trimming will make the plant grow stronger and faster THAT IS ALL THE CARE THEY NEED UNLIKE YOUR REACTOR THAT NEEDS TOPPING UP AND WILL COST YOU MONEY TO RUN 24/7 Approximate Purchase Size: 6 to 15 and we will match or beat any price just show us your proof of price and we will beat it.....
Posted on: Sun, 19 Oct 2014 09:55:33 +0000
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