mangrove pruning

[Pescador]

If you pinch off the growing bud, they will branch out.

[sphelps]

Since mangroves have two sources for nutrients (from the water and from the light) you're suppose to keep the plants pruned to just a couple leaves to maximize nutrient export from your tank. However it's not recommended to prune in large amount for any plant as it can cause shock so you're suppose to do little amounts often.

[bkelly]

thanks guys that helps. I also read about needing to mist/wipe the leaves - just as the rain would do to keep salt burn from happening - I havent done this but dont see any ill effects. also got to keep an eye on fallen leaves and I guess shoot/pod casings the tannons can raise hell