{"product_id":"pom-pom-macroalgae","title":"Pom Pom Macroalgae","description":"\u003ch2 style=\"margin: 0 0 12px 0; font-weight: 800; font-size: 28px; letter-spacing: -0.3px; color: #123844;\"\u003ePom Pom Macroalgae\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin: 0 0 12px 0; color: #22323a; line-height: 1.7;\"\u003ePom Pom (\u003cspan style=\"font-style: italic;\"\u003eGracilaria hayi\u003c\/span\u003e) is an attractive and versatile red macroalgae available in the reef hobby, prized for its \u003cstrong\u003edense pom pom-like form, rich burgundy-red coloration, and soft branching texture\u003c\/strong\u003e. This species grows as a compact, bushy mass of fine red fronds that \u003cstrong\u003ecreates a bold ornamental accent in reef aquariums, refugiums, and macroalgae displays alike.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin: 0 0 18px 0; color: #22323a; line-height: 1.7;\"\u003eBeyond its visual appeal, Red Pom Pom Bush is also a practical and functional macroalgae choice for marine systems. It contributes to natural nutrient uptake, offers grazing opportunities for herbivorous fish, and adds movement and biological depth to the aquarium without the invasive behavior associated with some faster-spreading macroalgae. Hardy, adaptable, and easy to enjoy, it is an excellent option for reef keepers who want both beauty and utility in one species.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr style=\"border: 0; border-top: 1px solid #dde5e8; margin: 18px 0;\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 style=\"margin: 0 0 10px 0; font-weight: bold; font-size: 18px; color: #1a5a61;\"\u003eAvailable Options\u003c\/h3\u003e\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\u003eGolf Ball Size \u003cspan\u003e1.5\"\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul style=\"margin: 0; padding-left: 18px; color: #22323a; line-height: 1.7;\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eStarter-sized compact pom pom clump\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIdeal for small refugiums, nano systems, or grow-out\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eGreat entry size for establishing a fuller colony over time\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\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\u003eBaseball Size \u003cspan\u003e3\"\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul style=\"margin: 0; padding-left: 18px; color: #22323a; line-height: 1.7;\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLarger, fuller pom pom colony with maximum visual presence\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eApproximate baseball-sized mass with dense branching form\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBest for hobbyists wanting immediate impact and stronger nutrient uptake potential\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003chr style=\"border: 0; border-top: 1px solid #dde5e8; margin: 18px 0;\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 style=\"margin: 0 0 10px 0; font-weight: bold; font-size: 18px; color: #184f69;\"\u003eCare Information\u003c\/h3\u003e\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\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\u003eRefugium or display tank\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 Export\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eModerate nitrate and phosphate uptake\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003chr style=\"border: 0; border-top: 1px solid #dde5e8; margin: 18px 0;\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 style=\"margin: 0 0 10px 0; font-weight: bold; font-size: 18px; color: #6a6b58;\"\u003eSpecial Considerations\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"background-color: #faf8ee; border: 1px solid #e6e1c9; border-left: 4px solid #b7ad78; border-radius: 10px; padding: 13px 15px; color: #22323a;\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePom Pom performs best under stable reef conditions with moderate flow and consistent nutrients.\u003c\/strong\u003e Its compact branching structure helps it maintain its rounded, bushy appearance, while adequate lighting supports stronger coloration and steady growth. Herbivorous fish may graze on this species, especially in mixed reef systems.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003chr style=\"border: 0; border-top: 1px solid #dde5e8; margin: 18px 0;\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 style=\"margin: 0 0 10px 0; font-weight: bold; font-size: 18px; color: #123844;\"\u003ePropagation\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul style=\"margin-top: 0; padding-left: 18px; color: #22323a; line-height: 1.7;\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDense fronds gradually expand into fuller rounded clumps\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSections can be manually divided into smaller starter portions\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFragments continue growing when provided stable lighting, flow, and nutrient availability\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003chr style=\"border: 0; border-top: 1px solid #dde5e8; margin: 18px 0;\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 style=\"margin: 0 0 10px 0; font-weight: bold; font-size: 18px; color: #123844;\"\u003eLearn More\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin: 0; color: #22323a; line-height: 1.7;\"\u003eFor detailed species information, compatibility, and care tips, visit our \u003cstrong\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.macroalgaefarms.com\/pages\/species-library\" style=\"color: #1d5c78;\"\u003eSpecies Library\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr style=\"border: 0; border-top: 1px solid #dde5e8; margin: 24px 0;\"\u003e\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\u003cp style=\"margin: 8px 0 10px 0;\"\u003eDue to natural variation, the macroalgae you receive may vary slightly in coloration, density, and overall shape. Photographs are representative examples.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin: 0 0 10px 0;\"\u003eIndividual specimens may display differences depending on lighting, flow, nutrient availability, and overall tank conditions.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin: 0;\"\u003eWeight and approximate size references are provided as general guidelines and may vary slightly from the specimen received.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Macroalgae Farms","offers":[{"title":"Golf Ball Size 1.5\"","offer_id":47833185812739,"sku":"T8U (WB)","price":19.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Baseball Size 3\"","offer_id":47881326100739,"sku":"T8U (WB)","price":49.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0667\/7151\/7699\/files\/ChatGPTImageApr22_2026_12_30_31PM.png?v=1776886246","url":"https:\/\/www.macroalgaefarms.com\/products\/pom-pom-macroalgae","provider":"Macroalgae Farms","version":"1.0","type":"link"}