The Vibrant Red Algae for Culturing

Porphyridium cruentum is a bright pink-red microalgae that is both hardy and easy to grow, making it an excellent choice for aquarists and aquaculture enthusiasts. Known for its unique fatty acids, lipids, and polysaccharides, this strain is highly valued for its ability to enhance the red coloration in filter feeders such as marine rotifers and copepods. Its high concentration of phycoerythrin and zeaxanthin (carotenoids) makes it a powerhouse for color enhancement and overall health.

To maintain a thriving culture, higher airflow is critical to prevent clumping and culture crashes. This strain thrives at 1.023 salinity and performs exceptionally well when fed Fritz F/2 fertilizer. Its resilience and nutrient density make it a staple in the aquaculture community.

Key Features and Benefits

• Rich in Color-Enhancing Pigments: Contains phycoerythrin, zeaxanthin, and chlorophyll for vibrant red coloration.
• Nutrient-Dense: High in ALA (Alpha-linolenic acid), EPA (Eicosapentaenoic acid), and sulphated polysaccharides.
• Antioxidant-Rich: Packed with antioxidants to support overall health in aquaculture systems.
• Hardy and Easy to Grow: Thrives with proper airflow and regular feeding, making it suitable for beginners and experts alike.
• Aquaculture Applications: Ideal for boosting red colors in filter feeders like rotifers and copepods.

Culturing Recommendations

• Salinity: Maintain at 1.023 for optimal growth.
• Fertilizer: Feed 2ml of each part of Fritz F/2 fertilizer per culture volume.
• Airflow: Ensure higher airflow to prevent cell clumping and culture crashes.
• Shipping: This strain ships well with UPS 2-day delivery, ensuring it arrives in excellent condition.

Bring Vibrancy to Your Reef

Porphyridium cruentum is more than just a red algae—it’s a nutrient-packed, color-enhancing powerhouse for your aquaculture needs. Its unique properties, including sulphated polysaccharides and high antioxidant content, make it a valuable addition to any reef aquarium or aquaculture system.