Caulerpa lentillifera

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Caulerpa Lentillifera

Sea Grapes

Is it a pest?

fairly invasive, quick to overrun display

Known Predators

Herbivores,Man

Cultivation

Cuttings can be wedged into rock or pushed into substrate

FAQ

Useful removal of heavy metals,ammonia and nitrates,used in prawn rearing as nutrient absorption export devise, can tolerate salinity fluctuations and temperatures of 23 to 33 degrees Celsius

Benefits

nutrient export,breeding grounds

Drawbacks

Fast growing,invasive,potential to go sexual

Invasiveness

High

Hardiness

Medium

Growth Rate

Fast

Availability

Somewhat Rare

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