Halophila [Halophila]

Description

Halophila is a genus of small, fast-growing seagrasses, known for their tolerance to a wide range of environmental conditions. They are found in both tropical and temperate seas worldwide, forming dense underwater meadows that are critical for marine biodiversity. Halophila species help stabilize sediments, improve water quality, and provide essential habitat and food for marine organisms, including endangered species like dugongs and sea turtles.

Species
Halophila minor
Halophila minor [Halophila minor]
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Halophila hawaiiana
Halophila hawaiiana [Halophila hawaiiana]
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Halophila baillonis
Halophila baillonis [Halophila baillonis]
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Taxonomy
Phylum Seagrasses
Anthophyta
Class Seagrasses
Anthophyta
Order Turtle Grasses
Hydrocharitales
Family Frog's-bit
Hydrocharitaceae
Statistics
  • Species 3