Mangrove looks limp :(

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  1. bioreefdude

    bioreefdude Fu Manchu Lion Fish

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    I got me a pod yesterday its has a couple of roots and two leaves on top but i looked at it today and it looked limp...:( kinda just leaning over any ideas?
     
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  3. johnmaloney

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    how long did you acclimate it? Mangroves that have sprouted are pretty tempermental, and need prolonged acclimation. Additionally check out your magnesium, without adequate magnesium levels, (1200 range), their salt pumps dont work and they die.
     
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    bioreefdude Fu Manchu Lion Fish

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    looks healthy from that picture, but the firs sign it is it going limp, so who knows what the future will bring. it is certainly not past the tipping point, and can be brought back.
     
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    bioreefdude Fu Manchu Lion Fish

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    i just stuck it in dang that makes me angry i should have read up on them is there any thing i should do
     
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    cross your fingers....It may just have some shock, replanted trees just go through that, whether they are orange trees or mangroves. But check on your magnesium first, that will be especially important.
     
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    bioreefdude Fu Manchu Lion Fish

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    Theres nothing wrong with your mangrove, its just leaning towards the light, just like all plants do. BTW. mangroves dont need any kind of acclimation.

    Luna
     
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    bioreefdude Fu Manchu Lion Fish

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    thanks luna i was so worried ur the man i figured u would appreciate the photo lol
     
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    bioreefdude Fu Manchu Lion Fish

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    mangrove countinues to look sad :(
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