Palmophyllum
From Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia
| Palmophyllum | |
|---|---|
| Palmophyllum crassum | |
| Scientific classification | |
| Clade: | Viridiplantae |
| Phylum: | Prasinodermophyta |
| Class: | Palmophyllophyceae |
| Order: | Palmophyllales |
| Family: | Palmophyllaceae |
| Genus: | Palmophyllum Kutzing, 1847 |
Palmophyllum is a genus of alga.[1][2] This genus is known to grow in low light conditions and at depth.[2] The known distribution of this genus is being extended as deeper waters are explored.[2]
Palmophyllum consists of spherical cells in a gelatinous matrix, and grows on substrates such as corals and rocks.[3]