How to Grow Chlorella at Home

Chlorella is a nutrient-rich green algae that manufacturers sell as a food supplement. Chlorella contains all the B vitamins, as well as amino acids, fiber, enzymes, vitamin C, vitamin E, nucleic acid and a variety of minerals. Natural health supporters and alternative medicine practitioners recommend taking a minimum of 1230 milligrams of chlorella daily for optimal health. Growing chlorella at home costs less than buying the processed supplements and is just as effective.

Boiling pot
Glass jar
Cloth
Purified or distilled water
Chlorella culture
Spoon
Thermometer
Plant heat lamps

Instructions

- 1
  Bring a pot of water on the stove to a boil.
- 2
  Insert the glass jar horizontally into the boiling water to allow the water to enter the jar. Remove the pot from the stove after one to two minutes and allow the water to cool. Pull the sterilized jar from the water and dry with a clean, dry cloth.
- 3
  Fill the jar half-way to two-thirds full with purified or distilled water.
- 4
  Add the chlorella culture to the water in the jar with a spoon. Only use certified chlorella cultures from reputable sellers and follow the manufacturer's directions.
- 5
  Place the jar indoors in a sunny location. Attach an aquarium thermometer to the jar to monitor the temperature of the water. Follow the manufacturer's instructions to attach the thermometer. Some thermometers stick to the outside of the jar, while you must insert others into the water for an accurate reading.
- 6
  Maintain a constant water temperature of 80 to 85 degrees Fahrenheit. Use a heat lamp if necessary to heat the water, and move the jar away from direct sunlight to cool the water when needed.
- 7
  Harvest the chlorella after a week of growth.

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