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[edit] AlgaeProfile Benefits: Nutrient export. Breeding ground Drawbacks: Breakoffs can grow in overflows causing floods Invasiveness: Low Hardiness: Very Growth Rate: Dependant on water flow,nutrient and lighting Availability: Somewhat common

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Introduction

One of the more popular export algaes with very few negative impacts. Fast growing and easily trimmed. Does not attach to anything in the tank or sump and will not go sexual.Provides an excellent breeding ground for micro fauna and pods

Common Names

Brillo pad or Spaghetti algae

Scientific Names

Derbesia SP

Is it a Pest?

Not a pest

Known Predators

Contains no toxins and is liked by herbivores.

Cultivation

Grows rapidly under favorable conditions and is easily shipped. Pieces cut or torn off grow quickly.

FAQ

As Chaeto grows at a rapid rate, the excess can be discarded,traded or fed to occupants of your tank.