Saltroot Mangrove (Haloradix palustris)

Alias: None
Origin: Berinu / Coastal Thazvaar (marshes, deltas)

The Saltroot Mangrove is a medium-sized tree found in brackish marshes and deltas across Berinu and Coastal Thazvaar. With thick, salt-absorbing roots that penetrate deep into muddy soils, it stabilizes vulnerable wetland terrain and shelters aquatic life, particularly during early stages of development.

Terrain

Marshes and deltas, rooted in brackish, muddy soils. Absent in arid or volcanic biomes.

Lifespan

Lives 80–120 years. Matures at 10–15 years. Produces seeds in tidal seasons.

Height & Spread

Reaches 5–15 meters in height, with a spread of 8–12 meters. Juveniles range from 1–4 meters.

Uses

• Ecological Role: Stabilizes marshes; supports fish nurseries in brackish waters.
• Cultural Significance: Berinese use its roots in traditional fish traps; symbolizes stability and anchored resilience.
• Guidance: Use roots for anchoring structures. Avoid harvesting during tidal shifts to preserve soil integrity.

Notes

Documented in the Era of Absolute Expansion (~3,000 years before modern Geba), Saltroot Mangroves are vital to marsh ecosystems. Extant and abundant.