Family
Common name: Caulerpa
Scientific name: Caulerpaceae
Caulerpaceae is a family of green algae, predominantly found in marine environments. Members of this family, such as the well-known genus Caulerpa, are popular in the reefkeeping hobby for their unique shapes and ability to absorb nutrients, thus reducing nitrates and phosphates in the aquarium. They exhibit a range of forms from feathery to grape-like structures, adding aesthetic diversity to the tank. However, they can grow rapidly and may require regular pruning to prevent them from overrunning other inhabitants.
- Common name: Caulerpa brachypusScientific name: Caulerpa brachypus
- Common name: Fern CaulerpaScientific name: Caulerpa chemnitzia
- Common name: Caulerpa floridanaScientific name: Caulerpa floridana
- Common name: Mexican CaulerpaScientific name: Caulerpa mexicana
- Common name: Caulerpa nummulariaScientific name: Caulerpa nummularia
- Common name: Caulerpa PaspaloidesScientific name: Caulerpa paspaloides
- Common name: Leafy caulerpaScientific name: Caulerpa prolifera
- Common name: Razor CaulerpaScientific name: Caulerpa scalpelliformis
- Common name: Sawblade CaulerpaScientific name: Caulerpa serrulata
- Common name: Feather AlgaeScientific name: Caulerpa sertularioides
- Common name: Killer algaScientific name: Caulerpa taxifolia