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Discover how the proximity to the Intracoastal affects White Mangrove growth, a tropical tree with remarkable adaptive features thriving along the Atlantic coast. Learn about the unique Dendrometer used to monitor tree growth and the significance of this coastal waterway on plant development.
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By: Michael Chiste The effect of the distance to the intracoastal on white mangrove growth
The White Mangrove (LagunculariaRacemosa) • Found from Volusia County all the way down the coast • Shelters small marine life, and holds down soil with their strong roots during hurricanes and other strong storms • Roots allow them to live in either fresh or salt water because roots can take out the salt • Leaves are rounded, greenish-yellow color, and have glands called nectarines, which emit a salt that creatures eat • Has the ability to grow up to 60 ft. tall • Thrives in tropical regions, with lots of sun and water
The Dendrometer • Unique scientific instrument; used to measure the growth of a tree trunk over periods of time (finding the circumference) • Equipped with a spring, which allows the band to move as the tree grows • Have a specific way to read, it’s NOT like reading a book
The Intracoastal • Runs along some of the Gulf coast and most of the Atlantic coast; about 3,000 miles long • Goes through rivers, lakes, bays, and lagoons • Majority is made up of salt water, some parts can be fresh water though • Parts are man-made, while some are naturally occurring • Used as a major place for transporting goods
Effect of the Distance to the Intracoastal on White Mangrove Growth • Can survive in both types of water the Intracoastal has, salt and fresh • This affects the growth because if it’s closer, it’s giving the tree more water to live on • Since the White Mangrove can separate the salt, this would be beneficial
