A Note on the Occurrence of Porphyra Kanyakumarjensis (Bangiales: Rhodophyta) along the Kerala coast

Abstract: 

Four species of Porphyra, P. vietnamensis. P. suborbiculata, P. indica and £: kanyakumariensis have been reported definitely from the Indian coast. Porphyra kanyakumariensis is now reported at a number of stations along the Kerala coast. In addition, the protein, lipid and carbohydrate content of the species and hydrological parameters of the ambient waters are also given.

Author(s): 
Chennubhotla, V S Krishnamurthy
Mathew, Susan
Imelda, Joseph
Keywords: 
Porphyra kanyakumarjensis
seaweed
Bangiales
Rhodophyta
Kerala coast
Article Source: 
Chennubhotla, V S Krishnamurthy and Mathew, Susan and Imelda, Joseph (1990) A note on the occurrence of Porphyra kanyakumarjensis (Bangiales: Rhodophyta) along the Kerala coast. Seaweed Research Utilization, 13 (1). pp. 1-4.
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Uses of Seaweeds: Chemicals