Syringodium [Syringodium]

Description

Syringodium is a genus of marine seagrasses in the family Cymodoceaceae, found in tropical and subtropical regions around the world. The plants are known for their cylindrical, wiry leaves that grow from rhizomes embedded in sandy or muddy substrates. Syringodium species, such as Syringodium filiforme, are important components of seagrass ecosystems, providing habitat and food for a wide range of marine organisms. These seagrasses are also indicators of environmental health and play roles in carbon sequestration and sediment stabilization.

Species

Narrow Leaf Seagrass [Syringodium isoetifolium]

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Taxonomy