Genus

Common name: Halimeda

Scientific name: Halimeda

Halimeda is a genus of green macroalgae notable for its segmented, calcified structure, resembling small green coins stacked together, which has earned it the common name 'Money Plant Algae'. It is a popular choice for reef aquariums due to its attractive appearance and ability to help maintain water quality by absorbing excess nutrients like nitrates and phosphates. Halimeda species are generally hardy but require stable conditions and moderate to high lighting to thrive. They can also provide a natural food source for certain herbivorous fish and invertebrates.

  1. Common name: Halimeda copiosa
    Scientific name: Halimeda copiosa
  2. Coral reef (Grand Cayman, Cayman Islands)
    Common name: Halimeda Algae
    Scientific name: Halimeda discoidea
  3. Hawaiian Halimeda plant
    Common name: Halimeda Plant
    Scientific name: Halimeda incrassata
  4. Common name: Large leaf coralline algae
    Scientific name: Halimeda macroloba
  5. Common name: Halimeda Micronesica
    Scientific name: Halimeda micronesica
  6. Green macroalgae
    Common name: Halimeda opuntia
    Scientific name: Halimeda opuntia
  7. Calcareous green alga (Halimeda tuna) close-up undersea, Aegean Sea, Greece, Thasos island
    Common name: Calcareous Green Seaweed
    Scientific name: Halimeda tuna