Sonneratia is a coastal plant requiring high salinity levels and ample sunlight for thriving growth. Special care points include maintaining a consistent tidal environment and ensuring proper drainage to prevent root rot. This plant often requires specific ecological settings to flourish, making its care challenging.
Watering schedule: Every 2-3 weeks
| Care Difficulty | Hard |
| Lifespan | Perennial |
| Watering Schedule | Every 2-3 weeks |
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Sonneratia alba grows up to 40 m tall with a trunk diameter of up to 76 cm. The cracked to fissured bark is brownish, turning grey below the tidal mark. The flowers are white, pink at their base. The dark green fruits measure up to 5 cm long.
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