Macroalgae Farms
Red Grape Bubble Macroalgae
$29.99
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Estimated delivery between September 26 and September 28.
$29.99
$29.99
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Red Grape Bubble Macroalgae
Red Grape Bubble Macroalgae (Botryocladia occidentalis) is a striking ornamental red macroalgae recognized for its clusters of smooth grape-like vesicles that form along branching stems. Its deep red to burgundy coloration creates dramatic contrast against live rock, sandbeds, and surrounding green macroalgae species.
Unlike runner-forming macroalgae such as Caulerpa, Botryocladia develops upright branching stems that support round vesicles resembling miniature grapes. These vesicles are fluid-filled structures that give the algae its distinctive texture and reef-like appearance in marine aquascapes.
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Care Information
| Lighting | Moderate to High |
| Water Flow | Moderate |
| Placement | Rockwork or display tank |
| Care Level | Moderate |
| Growth Rate | Slow |
| Nutrient Uptake | Moderate |
Special Considerations
🌱 Propagation
Botryocladia primarily spreads through fragmentation and branch growth:
- Detached branches may reattach to rock surfaces
- New vesicle clusters develop along branching stems
- Colonies expand gradually as branches divide
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For detailed species information, compatibility, and care tips, visit our Species Library.
Due 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.
Individual specimens may vary in size, shape, coloration, and growth pattern depending on age, lighting conditions, and environmental factors.
Approximate size ranges are provided for reference but may differ slightly from the specimen received.
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