Plakortis [Plakortis]

Plakortis
Description

Plakortis is a genus of sponges in the Plakinidae family, known for their unique biochemical properties and structural features. These sponges are characterized by a simple, often encrusting morphology, and produce a wide range of secondary metabolites, some of which have shown antibacterial and antifungal activities. Plakortis species are found in various marine ecosystems worldwide, from tropical to temperate waters, where they play an essential role in nutrient cycling and serve as a food source for certain marine species.

Species
Simplex Sponge
Simplex Sponge [Plakortis simplex]
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Angulospiculatus Sponge
Angulospiculatus Sponge [Plakortis angulospiculatus]
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Halterata Sponge
Halterata Sponge [Plakortis halichondrioides]
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Zygotella Sponge
Zygotella Sponge [Plakortis zygotella]
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Taxonomy
Phylum Sponges
Porifera
Class Homoscleromorpha
Homoscleromorpha
Order Homosclerophorida
Homosclerophorida
Family Plakinidae
Plakinidae
Statistics
  • Species 4