Question

Should I keep my Rhizophora mangle in salt water to keep it alive?

Answer 1

BRACKISH AND SALT NATURE.

Answer 2

One of the most important criterium for a successfull long term cultivation of Rhizophora mangle with magnificent growth is to offer the right kind of soil substrate with a numerous amount of the right nutrients. YES YOU CAN USE WATER ...hence, water temperature should be around 20 to 30°C. For perfect growth we recommend to grow Rhizophora mangle between 25-26°C. Not at any time the temperature should fall below 10°C. Short temperature drops for a few days down to 15°C are normally no problem for Rhizophora mangle and can be handled very well.