T5 fixture to grow mangroves???

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  1. jzenob

    jzenob Coral Banded Shrimp

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    So I am thinking of buying a cheap 24" odyssea light fixture for my sump and throw a couple of mangroves in there!! Now what type of bulbs would I need to help the mangrove grow???
     
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    jzenob Coral Banded Shrimp

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    nice but I can get it for $41.90
     
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    You can grow mangroves under any lighting. They get the majority of there nutrients from there roots which is why they are so good for filtering. Photosynthesis seems optional with these to me. I am growing a few in a HOB filter for my freshwater tank and all they get is a little spill over light from my 50/50 PC lights. They are growing like crazy and sprouting leaves and roots.
     
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    jzenob Coral Banded Shrimp

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    mine was a ebay price with shipping included......
     
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