The Red Ogo (Gracilaria Parvispora) plant is an exceptionally beautiful macroalgae. Between bright red and burgundy in hue and graced with short bushy fronds, it adds a splash of color and texture to any refugium or saltwater aquarium.

Gracilaria parvispora, also known by the common names long ogo, [1] red ogo, [2] or simply ogo, [3] is a large species of marine red alga in the genus Gracilaria, endemic to Hawaii. It is highly sought after as an edible seaweed and is popular in mariculture and the marine aquarium trade .

Red ogo is a fast-growing and hardy macroalgae when kept under proper conditions. It is also great for nutrient export in heavily stocked saltwater aquarium systems. Additionally, it is prized by many herbivorous fish keepers (especially tangs) as a healthy live seaweed food.

Red ogo is great marinated, added to salads, sandwiches or pastas, or in any dish as a substitute for lettuce. Examples of dishes include seaweed and cucumber salad (with feta cheese and lemon) and healthy wraps with seaweed wrapped around rice, seafood or other meats.

The red algae red ogo (Gracilaria parvispora) and green algae sea lettuce (Ulva lactuca). AlgaeBarn’s own Clean Sea Lettuce™ is bold and leafy and very, very green. Its broad fronds provide a massive amount of surface area for pods to forage on and hide within.

Gracilaria parvispora, or ogo, is one of the most popular edible seaweeds in Hawai`i. This red alga has become quite rare, and reproductive plants are protected by state law. Herbarium sheets of Gracilaria parvispora showing morphological variation from other sheet.

The Red Ogo Gracilaria parvispora plant is an exceptionally beautiful macro algae. Between bright red and burgundy in hue and graced with short bushy fronds, it adds a splash of color and texture to any refugium or saltwater aquarium.

Red Ogo algae is a beautiful red and burgundy macroalgae that can add a splash of color to any refugium. Under the right conditions, it can grow pretty rapidly, and will consume nitrates and phosphates as it grows, reducing the amount of nutrients available for unwanted algae.

Jul 18, 2024 · I have grown red ogo under a few different light. I tend to recommend full spectrum/planted aquarium spectrum for macros so whichever setting on your light is closest to that. Also, may be worth dosing ChaetoGro by Broghtwell. Probably not necessary, but I do think it helps with macro algae growth.

Absorbs CO2 from the ocean and produces oxygen, provides food and shelter for marine life. Wild ogo is an indicator for the health of an ecosystem; unhealthy ogo can be a sign of pollution or unstable ocean temperatures.