Mangrove replanting programs were initiated and supported with
the help of governments and non-governmental organizations. However, the success of
such programs depends on the selection of suitable species based on the prevailing edaphic
and hydrological conditions at the planting site. True mangrove species are characterised
by adaptations to harsh environmental conditions. However, most species show optimum
growth only under a rather narrow range of conditions, and whilst they may be capable of
growth under suboptimal conditions for a few variables, multiple sources of stress will lead
to high mortality (ALLEN et al., 2003; HWANG and CHEN, 2001; YE et al., 2005).