Please opinions on light cycle/feather caulerpa

reefkeeper · 02-03-2007, 12:40 PM

In need opinions/advice on what kind of lighting cycle is best for feather caulerpa?

I bought some of this macro yesterday so i can get some of its benefiets. I placed it in my sump. I want it to pick up some nutrients so my levels go down. Was it a go idea for nitrate reduction?

graveyardworm · 02-03-2007, 04:31 PM

For the best growth I would recommend a light and dark cycle, maybe 14 on, and 10 off. However there does seem to be some correlation with running the lights 24/7 to prevent sporulation (aka going sexual). I run my lights with a 14 on 10 off cycle, and so far havent had a problem, but I also dose some nutrients to help maintain it. Some people also run there macro/fuge lights on reverse light cycle from the display to help maintain a stable steady PH throughout the day.

**CarmieJo** · 02-05-2007, 10:40 PM

You didn't ask

but just in case you don't know a 6500K bulb is ideal for plants.

reefkeeper · 02-10-2007, 11:35 PM

cool. Im using the normal strip that came with the tank. Is it not good enough. I shouldve asked.

iglowce · 02-11-2007, 12:56 AM

can u remind me whats the problem wt macroalgae going sexual reprod?

**CarmieJo** · 02-12-2007, 08:48 PM

"Going sexual" reproduction will flood your tank with spores causing it to become cloudy and affecting the water quality.