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Pseudoplexaura

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Pseudoplexaura is a genus of gorgonian-type octocorals in the family Plexauridae. They form tall, branching, tree-like colonies and are native to reefs in the Caribbean Sea and the Gulf of Mexico.

Species

The World Register of Marine Species lists the following species:[1]

Uses

Pseudoplexaura spp. can be kept in a reef aquarium. They grow vigorously and detached branches can be used to propagate new colonies.[2]

References

  1. ^ a b van Ofwegen, Leen (2014). "Pseudoplexaura Wright & Studer, 1889". WoRMS. World Register of Marine Species. Retrieved 2015-03-17.
  2. ^ Sprung, Julian (2004-03-01). "Aquarium Invertebrates: Caribbean Gorgonians: Beauty in Motion". Advanced Aquarist. Retrieved 2015-03-18.
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Pseudoplexaura: Brief Summary

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Pseudoplexaura is a genus of gorgonian-type octocorals in the family Plexauridae. They form tall, branching, tree-like colonies and are native to reefs in the Caribbean Sea and the Gulf of Mexico.

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