Sargassum angustifolium C. Agardh Narrowleaf sargassum weed |
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Family: | Sargassaceae () | |||
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Environment: | epiphytic; marine | |||
Distribution: | Western Indian Ocean. Tropical to subtropical. | |||
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Biology: | Grows subtidally on rock and forms large biomass which detaches and floats away during summer. Acts as a nursery ground for Penaeus semisulcatus and fish species (Ref. 801). | |||
IUCN Red List Status: | Not Evaluated (N.E.) Ref. 123251) | |||
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