Caulerpa prolifera

  • Oval-blade alga
  • Kriechsproßalge
  • Middellandse zee caulerpa
  • Caulerpe rampante
  • Caulerpa trepadora

Distribution

  • The tropical Atlantic
  • The Mediterranean

Substrate and environment

  • The species is generally found in a sandy/silty area
  • The alga forms carpets on its substrate
  • The species can be found between 3 and 15 Meters.
  • Uncommon Species

General characteristics of the species

  • Height of the alga : 10 cm

Relationship with humans

  • The species can be eaten but is of no particular culinary interest
  • The species is exploited in the following sector(s) :
    • - Aquarium enthusiasts.