maidens hair

[andrew1113]

i was on another fish website and saw this plant and loved it ...does anyone know anything about it?i want to get it for my 55

 

[markeo99]

I believe it is more of a weed that will take over but wait for others to chime in simmilar to a hair algae

 

[reefkprz]

well if you like the look go for it its resistant to predation by herbivorous fish due to its nasty flavor, its not prone to going sexual like caulerpas, it doesnt spread as fast as hair algaes, and it makes a good breeding ground for pods.

 

[mx#28]

If were thinking of the same thing, it's also called Turtle Weed, but the scientific name is Chlorodesmis fastigiata. It comes in the most neon green colors I've ever seen. I think a few tangs and angels will eat it, but like RZ said - it tastes bad and most leave it alone. Go for it!

 

[reefkprz]

yeah thats the one.

 

[rootz]

I would also like to find a place to get this plant. All of the websites I have been too say that they are out of stock.

 

[nycbob]

the drs site has them.

 

[morrowss]

I wish it would grow faster in my tank....my sailfin loves to eat it....i have to hide rocks up high for awhile to get it growning then when i put the rock down in the tank he keeps them about 1/4 in high