Refugium Chaetomorpha linum (PodDrop-Certified Clean Chaeto)
Refugium Chaetomorpha linum (PodDrop-Certified Clean Chaeto)
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Product Overview
Chaetomorpha linum is a premium, species‑pure marine macroalgae cultured indoors under strict PodDrop biosecurity standards. Its rigid, unbranched filaments form dense, spring‑like mats that deliver exceptional nutrient export, biome stability, and microfauna habitat. Unlike wild‑harvested chaeto, PodDrop C. linum is pest‑free, contaminant‑free, and harvested fresh for maximum performance. Ideal for refugiums, pod propagation, and nutrient‑balanced reef systems, this macroalgae provides reliable nitrate and phosphate reduction while supporting copepod reproduction and overall reef vitality.
Explore detailed care instructions, specifications, and policies below
Rapid nitrate and phosphate export
High‑surface‑area habitat for copepods and microfauna
Supports biome stability and pH through photosynthesis
Dense, rigid filaments resist fragmentation
Pest‑free, species‑pure indoor culture
Fresh‑harvested for maximum nutrient‑processing efficiency
Rapid nitrate and phosphate export
High‑surface‑area habitat for copepods and microfauna
Supports biome stability and pH through photosynthesis
Dense, rigid filaments resist fragmentation
Pest‑free, species‑pure indoor culture
Fresh‑harvested for maximum nutrient‑processing efficiency
Species‑pure Chaetomorpha linum
Unbranched, cylindrical filaments with thick cell walls
Forms cohesive, spring‑like mats ideal for refugiums
Does not sporulate or collapse under stress
Stable morphology under high light and moderate flow
Species‑pure Chaetomorpha linum
Unbranched, cylindrical filaments with thick cell walls
Forms cohesive, spring‑like mats ideal for refugiums
Does not sporulate or collapse under stress
Stable morphology under high light and moderate flow
While not a direct feed, C. linum plays a critical ecological role:
High nitrate uptake during photoperiod
Consistent phosphate removal
Oxygen production and pH support
Provides grazing surfaces for microfauna
Enhances nutrient cycling in closed systems
While not a direct feed, C. linum plays a critical ecological role:
High nitrate uptake during photoperiod
Consistent phosphate removal
Oxygen production and pH support
Provides grazing surfaces for microfauna
Enhances nutrient cycling in closed systems
Rinse gently in clean saltwater.
Place in refugium or sump with moderate, tumbling flow.
Provide 8–12 hours of refugium lighting daily.
Dose phytoplankton (VITAL‑4 or VITAL‑5) to support microfauna.
Harvest when biomass doubles or begins shading itself.
Rinse gently in clean saltwater.
Place in refugium or sump with moderate, tumbling flow.
Provide 8–12 hours of refugium lighting daily.
Dose phytoplankton (VITAL‑4 or VITAL‑5) to support microfauna.
Harvest when biomass doubles or begins shading itself.
Keep submerged in clean saltwater until use
Avoid compressing or tightly packing the algae
Maintain aeration and light if storing short‑term
Do not expose to freshwater
Use promptly for best performance
Keep submerged in clean saltwater until use
Avoid compressing or tightly packing the algae
Maintain aeration and light if storing short‑term
Do not expose to freshwater
Use promptly for best performance
PodDrop guarantees your Chaetomorpha linum arrives fresh, healthy, and pest‑free. If your order arrives damaged or compromised, contact us within 2 hours of delivery with photos and we will replace or refund the product.
PodDrop guarantees your Chaetomorpha linum arrives fresh, healthy, and pest‑free. If your order arrives damaged or compromised, contact us within 2 hours of delivery with photos and we will replace or refund the product.
Ships insulated with moisture‑retaining packaging
Delivered fresh, never compacted or dehydrated
Live products are not eligible for standard returns
Issues must be reported immediately upon arrival
Ships insulated with moisture‑retaining packaging
Delivered fresh, never compacted or dehydrated
Live products are not eligible for standard returns
Issues must be reported immediately upon arrival
Acclimation is not required; simply rinse and place
Turn off skimmer for 30–60 minutes after adding
Maintain stable nutrients to prevent stagnation
Compatible with all PodDrop copepods and phytoplankton
Acclimation is not required; simply rinse and place
Turn off skimmer for 30–60 minutes after adding
Maintain stable nutrients to prevent stagnation
Compatible with all PodDrop copepods and phytoplankton
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