.gce-product { --gce-accent:#C51B3F; /* rich red accent */ --gce-accent-2:#8B2E1A; /* deeper wine red */ --gce-seaweed:#C51B3F; /* dividers + trait borders */ --gce-text:#222; --gce-muted:#6b6b6b; line-height:1.6; color:var(--gce-text); font-size:16px; } .gce-product h3, .gce-product h4 { margin:0.2em 0 0.4em; line-height:1.25; } .gce-product h3 { font-size:1.35em; } .gce-product h3 em { font-style:italic; } .gce-product .gce-tagline { color:var(--gce-accent); font-style:italic; font-weight:600; margin:0.25em 0 0.75em; } .gce-product .gce-hr { border:0; border-top:1px solid var(--gce-seaweed); margin:1.25em 0; opacity:0.7; } .gce-product h4 { font-size:1.05em; letter-spacing:0.2px; } .gce-product p { margin:0.6em 0; } .gce-product ul { margin:0.4em 0 0.6em 1.2em; padding:0; } .gce-product li { margin:0.35em 0; } /* Traits */ .gce-traits { margin-top:1.2em; } .gce-traits-grid { display:grid; gap:8px; margin-top:6px; grid-template-columns: repeat(auto-fit, minmax(180px, 1fr)); } .gce-trait { border:1px solid var(--gce-seaweed); background:rgba(197,27,63,0.10); /* soft red wash */ border-radius:10px; padding:8px 10px; } .gce-trait .label { font-size:0.8em; color:var(--gce-muted); margin-bottom:2px; display:block; } .gce-trait .value { font-weight:600; color:var(--gce-text); } /* Note */ .gce-note { border-top:1px solid var(--gce-seaweed); margin-top:1.5em; padding:1em; font-size:0.9em; color:#444; line-height:1.5; background:#FDF3F5; border-radius:10px; } @media (max-width:480px){ .gce-product{ font-size:15px; } } Botryocladia sp. — Red Grape Algae Handpicked red grapes from Florida’s underwater vineyard. What You Get A bold, sculptural red macroalga collected offshore in the Gulf of Mexico, typically from ledges and hard-bottom habitat at 30–60 ft. Its signature look comes from bright red, grape-like bladders clustered along lightly calcified branches. Once anchored, it becomes a striking focal point in reef and lagoon-style aquascapes. This species thrives under moderate light and gentle–moderate flow, and holds color well when nutrients are present but not excessive. You'll sometimes hear it referred to as Red Grape Caulerpa...Not a Caulerpa! It is just often mistaken for one! Why It Is Algaesome Underwater vineyard: Jewel-like “grapes” add a unique texture and depth. True original: Commonly mislabeled, but belongs to its own distinctive genus. Display-ready: Hardy, colorful, and perfect for aquascapes, refugiums, or accent groupings. Nutrient Fighter: It doesn't soak in nutrients to Gracilaria or Caulerpa levels, but it can definitely be a helper! Contrast abounds: Pops beautifully against greens, browns, and rockwork. Sizing & Availability You’ll receive a single specimen approximately 4–6″ tall - large enough to anchor securely and immediately contribute to your macroscape. Availability varies by season and sea conditions. Traits ColorBright red “grapes” EaseEasy–Moderate ClassificationRed Macroalgae Nutrient UptakeModerate AvailabilitySeasonal (Warmer Months) UseDisplay • Refugium LightingModerate FlowGentle–Moderate A Note from the Collectors:Every macroalga we offer is hand-collected, acclimated, and observed by our team before shipping. While we carefully try to remove other algae, sponges, and tiny hitchhikers, it’s possible that a few “goodies” from the reef may tag along—it's a natural part of receiving genuine wild-collected specimens!Many species may arrive paler or whitish in color. This is completely normal. Macroalgae shift pigments inward during transport to protect from light and stress; color returns within a few days under good aquarium lighting and flow.We ship via 2-Day service on Mondays and Tuesdays only to ensure specimens arrive healthy. You’ll receive a notification with tracking information as soon as your order ships.
