{"product_id":"maidens-hair-reef-grass-macroalgae","title":"Maiden's Hair Reef Grass Macroalgae","description":"\u003ch2 style=\"margin: 0 0 12px 0; font-weight: 800; font-size: 28px; letter-spacing: -0.3px; color: #123844;\"\u003eMaiden's Hair (Turtle Weed) Reef Grass Macroalgae\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp style=\"margin: 0 0 12px 0; color: #22323a; line-height: 1.7;\"\u003eMaiden's Hair Reef Grass Macroalgae (\u003cspan style=\"font-style: italic;\"\u003eChlorodesmis sp.\u003c\/span\u003e) is a \u003cstrong\u003erare and highly sought-after ornamental macroalgae\u003c\/strong\u003e recognized for its dense, hair-like tufts and vibrant emerald green coloration. Individual fronds grow upright from a small holdfast, forming compact clusters that resemble miniature underwater shrubs.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp style=\"margin: 0 0 18px 0; color: #22323a; line-height: 1.7;\"\u003eThis unique species adds natural texture and contrast to reef aquascapes, with its \u003cstrong\u003esoft, bushy structure\u003c\/strong\u003e standing out against more rigid or leafy macroalgae. Its distinctive growth form creates a refined, high-end look ideal for display-focused macroalgae systems.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003chr style=\"border: 0; border-top: 1px solid #dde5e8; margin: 18px 0;\"\u003e\n\n\u003ch3 style=\"margin: 0 0 10px 0; font-weight: bold; font-size: 18px; color: #1a5a61;\"\u003eAvailable Options\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003cdiv style=\"background: linear-gradient(180deg,#f6fbf8 0%, #edf7f2 100%); border: 1px solid #d4e6e3; border-radius: 12px; padding: 13px 15px; margin-bottom: 10px;\"\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin: 0 0 6px 0; color: #1a5a61;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSmall Rock Colony\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul style=\"margin: 0; padding-left: 18px; color: #22323a; line-height: 1.7;\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSmall rooted clump or fragment\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e1–2 hair-like tufts growing from a holdfast\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIdeal for establishing Maiden’s Hair Macroalgae in new areas\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\n\u003cdiv style=\"background: linear-gradient(180deg,#f6fbf8 0%, #edf7f2 100%); border: 1px solid #d4e6e3; border-radius: 12px; padding: 13px 15px;\"\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin: 0 0 6px 0; color: #1a5a61;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eLarge Rock Colony\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul style=\"margin: 0; padding-left: 18px; color: #22323a; line-height: 1.7;\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eEstablished cluster of multiple flowing fronds\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDenser growth forming a fuller display colony\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSuitable for immediate aquascaping or refugium placement\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\n\u003chr style=\"border: 0; border-top: 1px solid #dde5e8; margin: 18px 0;\"\u003e\n\n\u003ch3 style=\"margin: 0 0 10px 0; font-weight: bold; font-size: 18px; color: #184f69;\"\u003eCare Information\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003ctable style=\"width: 100%; border-collapse: separate; border-spacing: 10px 10px;\"\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 50%; background-color: #eceff1; border: 1px solid #cfd6da; border-radius: 10px; padding: 11px 13px; color: #22323a; vertical-align: top;\"\u003e💡 \u003cstrong style=\"color: #435760;\"\u003eLighting\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eModerate to High\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 50%; background-color: #eceff1; border: 1px solid #cfd6da; border-radius: 10px; padding: 11px 13px; color: #22323a; vertical-align: top;\"\u003e🌊 \u003cstrong style=\"color: #435760;\"\u003eWater Flow\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eModerate to Strong\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"background-color: #eceff1; border: 1px solid #cfd6da; border-radius: 10px; padding: 11px 13px; color: #22323a; vertical-align: top;\"\u003e📍 \u003cstrong style=\"color: #435760;\"\u003ePlacement\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eRockwork or rubble zones\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"background-color: #eceff1; border: 1px solid #cfd6da; border-radius: 10px; padding: 11px 13px; color: #22323a; vertical-align: top;\"\u003e⚙️ \u003cstrong style=\"color: #435760;\"\u003eCare Level\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eEasy\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"background-color: #eceff1; border: 1px solid #cfd6da; border-radius: 10px; padding: 11px 13px; color: #22323a; vertical-align: top;\"\u003e📈 \u003cstrong style=\"color: #435760;\"\u003eGrowth Rate\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eModerate\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"background-color: #eceff1; border: 1px solid #cfd6da; border-radius: 10px; padding: 11px 13px; color: #22323a; vertical-align: top;\"\u003e🧪 \u003cstrong style=\"color: #435760;\"\u003eNutrient Uptake\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eModerate\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\n\u003chr style=\"border: 0; border-top: 1px solid #dde5e8; margin: 18px 0;\"\u003e\n\n\u003ch3 style=\"margin: 0 0 10px 0; font-weight: bold; font-size: 18px; color: #6a6b58;\"\u003eSpecial Considerations\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003cdiv style=\"background-color: #faf8ee; border: 1px solid #e6e1c9; border-left: 4px solid #b7ad78; border-radius: 10px; padding: 13px 15px; color: #22323a;\"\u003e\nMaiden’s Hair Macroalgae produces natural defensive compounds that many herbivorous fish avoid grazing on. This allows it to maintain its ornamental structure in aquariums where other macroalgae may be consumed, making it an excellent choice for display systems with tangs or other algae-eating species.\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\n\u003chr style=\"border: 0; border-top: 1px solid #dde5e8; margin: 18px 0;\"\u003e\n\n\u003ch3 style=\"margin: 0 0 10px 0; font-weight: bold; font-size: 18px; color: #123844;\"\u003e🌱 Propagation\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003cp style=\"margin: 0 0 8px 0; color: #22323a; line-height: 1.7;\"\u003eMaiden's Hair Macroalgae spreads through fragmentation and holdfast growth:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cul style=\"margin-top: 0; padding-left: 18px; color: #22323a; line-height: 1.7;\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSmall fragments can attach to nearby rock or rubble\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNew hair-like fronds grow from the base holdfast\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eColonies expand gradually as additional tufts develop\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003chr style=\"border: 0; border-top: 1px solid #dde5e8; margin: 18px 0;\"\u003e\n\n\u003ch3 style=\"margin: 0 0 10px 0; font-weight: bold; font-size: 18px; color: #123844;\"\u003eLearn More\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003cp style=\"margin: 0; color: #22323a; line-height: 1.7;\"\u003e\nFor detailed species information, compatibility, and care tips, visit our \n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003ca style=\"color: #1d5c78;\" href=\"https:\/\/www.macroalgaefarms.com\/pages\/species-library\"\u003eSpecies Library\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e.\n\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003chr style=\"border: 0; border-top: 1px solid #dde5e8; margin: 24px 0;\"\u003e\n\n\u003cdiv style=\"background-color: #f6f8f9; border: 1px solid #dde4e7; border-left: 4px solid #8a98a0; border-radius: 10px; padding: 13px 15px; font-size: 13px; color: #607078; line-height: 1.65;\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong style=\"color: #46545b;\"\u003eLivestock Disclaimer\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\n\u003cp style=\"margin: 8px 0 10px 0;\"\u003e\nDue to natural variation between specimens and species within a genus, the item you receive may not appear exactly like the one pictured. Photographs are representative examples of the species or growth form.\n\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp style=\"margin: 0 0 10px 0;\"\u003e\nIndividual specimens may vary in size, shape, coloration, and growth pattern depending on age, lighting conditions, and environmental factors.\n\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp style=\"margin: 0;\"\u003e\nApproximate size ranges are provided for reference but may differ slightly from the specimen received.\n\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Macroalgae Farms","offers":[{"title":"Small Rock Colony","offer_id":47823419932931,"sku":null,"price":64.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false},{"title":"Large Rock Colony","offer_id":47823419965699,"sku":null,"price":119.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0667\/7151\/7699\/files\/TurtleWeedMacroalgae-Coverphoto.png?v=1772845997","url":"https:\/\/www.macroalgaefarms.com\/products\/maidens-hair-reef-grass-macroalgae","provider":"Macroalgae Farms","version":"1.0","type":"link"}