Red Algae (Pterocladiella Capillacea) is a perennial aquatic in the Gelidiaceae family with moderate care difficulty. It requires aquatic watering and filtered_light or partial shade light in USDA hardiness zones 3-10. This plant is safe for cats and dogs.

Pterocladiella capillacea is a marine red alga with dark purplish-red, flattened fronds, typically 2 mm wide and up to 200 mm high.

Red Algae

Red Algae

Pterocladiella Capillacea

Pterocladiella capillacea is a marine red alga with dark purplish-red, flattened fronds, typically 2 mm wide and up to 200 mm high.

Quick Facts

Type
aquatic
Lifecycle
perennial
Care Difficulty
Moderate
Water Needs
aquatic
Light
filtered_light, Partial Shade
Hardiness Zones
3-10

Safety

🐕
Pet Safe
👶
Child Safe
Non-Toxic

Growing Conditions

Soil Types:saline, rocky, sandy
Indoor:No
Outdoor:Yes

Care Calendar

Monthly care tasks for Red Algae

Jan
Prune
Feb
Fertilize
Mar
Repot
Apr
Water+
May
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Jun
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Oct
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Dec
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Expert Care Tips

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Watering Tip

Check soil moisture by inserting your finger 1 inch deep. Water only when the top layer feels dry to prevent overwatering.

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Taxonomy

Family:Gelidiaceae
Genus:Pterocladiella