Caloglossa Stipitata
''Caloglossa'' is a genus of algae in the Delesseriaceae. Description ''Caloglossa'' has thalli that resemble branching leaves. This "exogenous primary branching" differentiates the genus from other members of the Delesseriaceae, other than the closely related genus '' Taenioma''. Species of ''Caloglossa'' are red to brown in color. Each thalli has a conspicuous midrib which is formed by a row of elongated cells. In fresh water, populations spread vegetatively. In brackish water, the plants may reproduce sexually. Distribution ''Caloglossa'' is a common genus worldwide, and is distributed in littoral zones from tropical to temperate waters. They can grow in habitats of varying salinity, and may be found growing on stones on marine coasts, in brackish estuaries, epiphytically in saltmarsh and mangrove habitat, and in total freshwater areas. Use The genus sees use in aquascaping and may be found in the aquarium trade. One species in particular, ''Caloglossa ''cf.'' beccarii'', ...
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