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Maiden's Hair

Chlorodesmis fastigiata

PlantaeChlorophytaUlvophyceaeUdoteaceae

📍 Indo-Pacific reef flats and lagoons

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Vivid blue-green turf-like tufts of very fine filaments — a common sight on Indo-Pacific reefs. In captivity it can spread across rockwork quickly. Produces terpene compounds that deter most grazers. Interesting as a biotope element but can become a nuisance if left unchecked.

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Quick Facts

note
produces allelopathic compounds — keep away from sensitive corals
role
biotope / occasional nuisance
control
manual removal; most herbivores avoid it
lightLevel
medium to high

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