Spreading Algae
Eighth Edition · #281★

Spreading Algae

Spreading Algae is a Uncommon Enchantment — Aura from Eighth Edition (281★) in Magic: The Gathering. Mana cost {G}. Color identity: G. Cactaur's latest catalog snapshot shows a market reference near $7.27 for ungraded copies.

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Rarity Uncommon
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Who is this card for?

Spreading Algae suits collectors and players working on Eighth Edition who need the Uncommon slot. Legal in modern, legacy, vintage, commander. Confirm the exact printing and language before buying for a deck list.

What is Spreading Algae from Eighth Edition?

Spreading Algae is a Enchantment — Aura in Eighth Edition numbered 281★. Mana cost {G}. Color identity: G. Spreading Algae (281★) is a format-relevant Enchantment — Aura in Eighth Edition with legality in modern, legacy, vintage, commander. Deck demand and reprint risk often explain price as much as rarity alone.

What is Spreading Algae worth today?

Cactaur tracks a market reference near $7.27 for Spreading Algae. Low and high spread runs $7.27 to null. This printing is from Eighth Edition. Collector number 281★ distinguishes this printing from same-name cards in other sets. Catalogued rarity: Uncommon. The set released in 2003.

SetEighth Edition
Number281★
RarityUncommon
TCGPlayer USD$7.27
Cardmarket EUR
foil $7.27

Card stats

ColorsG

How collectible is Spreading Algae?

Spreading Algae is a Uncommon printing in Eighth Edition. Commander demand can sustain prices even when Standard supply is deep. This printing is from Eighth Edition. Collector number 281★ distinguishes this printing from same-name cards in other sets. Catalogued rarity: Uncommon. The set released in 2003.

What are the key details for Spreading Algae?

Spreading Algae lists as Enchantment — Aura with keywords Enchant. Artist: Stephen Daniele. Rules text is indexed in the catalog for search and deck research. This printing is from Eighth Edition. Collector number 281★ distinguishes this printing from same-name cards in other sets.

Cactaur's take

Spreading Algae (281★) is a format-relevant Enchantment — Aura in Eighth Edition with legality in modern, legacy, vintage, commander. Deck demand and reprint risk often explain price as much as rarity alone.

Pros

  • Spreading Algae is catalogued as Uncommon Enchantment — Aura in Eighth Edition, making set and collector number verification straightforward.
  • Public market data shows a reference near $7.27.
  • Mana cost {G} and type line Enchantment — Aura help deck builders confirm the correct printing quickly.

Cons

  • Raw market prices vary by condition and finish — near-mint estimates are not slab grades.

Verdict: Use $7.27 as a benchmark, then adjust for finish, grade, and how quickly you need to buy or sell.

FAQ

What is Spreading Algae from Eighth Edition?

Spreading Algae is a Uncommon Enchantment — Aura from Eighth Edition numbered 281★ in Magic: The Gathering. Cactaur indexes set, rarity, mana cost, and market references for this printing.

How much is Spreading Algae worth?

Cactaur's catalog snapshot shows a market reference near $7.27 for ungraded Spreading Algae. Condition, finish, and recent sold comps can move realized prices above or below that benchmark.

What rarity is Spreading Algae?

Spreading Algae is catalogued as Uncommon in Eighth Edition. Use the collector number and set symbol on listings to confirm you are buying this exact printing.

Is Spreading Algae legal in Commander or Standard?

Spreading Algae shows format legality in modern, legacy, vintage, commander based on our latest ingest. Always verify the exact printing and ban-list updates before registering a deck for an event.

Should I buy Spreading Algae near mint or played?

Near-mint copies command the catalog reference near $7.27. Heavily played copies trade lower unless the card is a chase rare where any clean copy is scarce.

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Catalog snapshot: 2026-06-23. Last updated: 2026-06-23.