Caulerpa cupressoides

Distribution

The tropical Atlantic
The tropical Pacific
The Indian Ocean

Substrate and environment

The species can be found on any type of substrate (sandy or rocky)
The alga forms carpets on its substrate
The species can be found between 0 and 10 Meters.
Common species.

General characteristics of the species

Height of the alga : 20 cm

Relationship with humans

The species is good to eat
The species is exploited in the following sector(s) :
- - Aquarium enthusiasts.
- - Fishing or commercial aquiculture for food
- - Chemistry/pharmacy