Why is halimeda important for coral reefs in aquariums?
Halimeda plants, more commonly known as money plants, often bring a unique green look to any saltwater aquarium. They look like small coins, also called segments, attached to each other on a chain, only they are colored green. These plants do not usually attract fishes that eat plants. This makes an aquarium owner rest easy because he does not have to worry about these plants being eaten by the fishes. The halimeda plant is not at all invasive, making it an ideal decorative element near corals in the saltwater tank.Aquarium owners may also utilized these plants to control the balance inside the aquarium.
