Palmophyllum | |
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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]