Killer algae
Caulerpa taxifolia
Family : Caulerpaceae
PlantMarinemacroalgae
Fast-growing green macroalgae, decorative but invasive.
Availability
Common in shopsShop availability
IUCN Status
LC
Least Concern
Description
Green alga with yew-like fronds, can form vast mats. Very fast growth, needs regular trimming.
Habitat
Region :
Tropical lagoons and seagrass beds, sandy and rocky substrates.
Distribution :
Recommended parameters
Temperature22–28 °C
pH8–8.4
Salinity1.023–1.026 ‰
Care
Difficulty
2/5
Diet
Photosynthetic
Min. tank
50 L
Adult size
30 cm
Temperament
Peaceful
Propagation
Fragmentation
Care notes
Medium to strong light, stable water. Keep in a dedicated tank or refugium as it is very invasive.
Similar species
Espèces proches, même habitat ou même maintenance