{"product_id":"red-grape-bubble-macroalgae","title":"Red Grape Bubble Macroalgae","description":"\u003ch2 style=\"margin: 0 0 12px 0; font-weight: 800; font-size: 28px; letter-spacing: -0.3px; color: #123844;\"\u003eRed Grape Bubble Macroalgae\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin: 0 0 12px 0; color: #22323a; line-height: 1.7;\"\u003eRed Grape Bubble Macroalgae (\u003cspan style=\"font-style: italic;\"\u003eBotryocladia occidentalis\u003c\/span\u003e) is a striking ornamental red macroalgae recognized for its \u003cstrong\u003eclusters of smooth grape-like vesicles\u003c\/strong\u003e that form along branching stems. Its deep red to burgundy coloration creates dramatic contrast against live rock, sandbeds, and surrounding green macroalgae species.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin: 0 0 18px 0; color: #22323a; line-height: 1.7;\"\u003eUnlike runner-forming macroalgae such as Caulerpa, Botryocladia develops upright branching stems that support round vesicles resembling miniature grapes. These vesicles are \u003cstrong\u003efluid-filled structures\u003c\/strong\u003e that give the algae its distinctive texture and reef-like appearance in marine aquascapes.\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\u003eFull Starter Plant\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul style=\"margin: 0; padding-left: 18px; color: #22323a; line-height: 1.7;\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSmall branching anchored or cutting specimen\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eEarly branching structure beginning to develop\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIdeal for establishing Red Grape Bubble Macroalgae in new areas of the aquarium\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\u003eMature 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 multi-branch cluster\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDense grape-like vesicle growth\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCreates immediate visual impact in display aquariums\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\u003eRockwork 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\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;\"\u003eGrowth Rate\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eSlow\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\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\u003eRed Grape Bubble Macroalgae (\u003cspan style=\"font-style: italic;\"\u003eBotryocladia occidentalis\u003c\/span\u003e) forms delicate branching stems with fluid-filled vesicles.\u003c\/strong\u003e While generally stable in reef aquariums, the vesicles can occasionally detach if handled roughly or exposed to strong grazing pressure. Stable lighting and moderate water movement support the healthiest growth.\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;\"\u003e🌱 Propagation\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin: 0 0 8px 0; color: #22323a; line-height: 1.7;\"\u003eBotryocladia primarily spreads through \u003cstrong\u003efragmentation and branch growth\u003c\/strong\u003e:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul style=\"margin-top: 0; padding-left: 18px; color: #22323a; line-height: 1.7;\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDetached branches may reattach to rock surfaces\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNew vesicle clusters develop along branching stems\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eColonies expand gradually as branches divide\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\u003eFor detailed species information, compatibility, and care tips, visit our \u003cstrong\u003e\u003ca style=\"color: #1d5c78;\" href=\"https:\/\/www.macroalgaefarms.com\/pages\/species-library\"\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 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.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin: 0 0 10px 0;\"\u003eIndividual specimens may vary in size, shape, coloration, and growth pattern depending on age, lighting conditions, and environmental factors.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin: 0;\"\u003eApproximate size ranges are provided for reference but may differ slightly from the specimen received.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Macroalgae Farms","offers":[{"title":"Full Starter Plant","offer_id":44370704007427,"sku":"H4, s8 [R] (WB)","price":29.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Mature Colony","offer_id":44370704040195,"sku":"H4, s8 [R] (WB)","price":109.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0667\/7151\/7699\/files\/6_ca2d50a5-5f15-4e33-95b2-8809f19d8074.png?v=1776245098","url":"https:\/\/www.macroalgaefarms.com\/products\/red-grape-bubble-macroalgae","provider":"Macroalgae Farms","version":"1.0","type":"link"}