Xenia in a refugium?

[cnseekatz]

I've got a brand new setup, coming to the end of its initial cycle, with about 10-15g worth of refugium in my 30g sump. I want this to be an "actual" refugium, where pods can grow and multiply in peace. No predators. I have about 1" of sand, some live rock, and a few different types of macro-algae.

 

So my question is whether or not I can put pulsing xenia & kenya trees in the 'fuge. I know they primarily feed on dissolved organics, and photosynthesis, but will they eat pods too?

 

[farkwar]

If you prune monthly, it will be an honest nutrient export.

 

All my pods live in my tank and not my fuge. You don't need a fuge to grow pods.