Scientific name: Zostera marina
Common name(s): Eelgrass
Name as shown in Phylogenes: Eelgrass
Ploidy: Diploid(2x)
Description:
Zostera marina or Eelgrasseelgrass, is the most widespread polyphyletic subtidal monocot seagrass of the Zosteraceae family. Found in most continents with the exception of Antarctica, this Eelgrass eelgrass controls erosion by dampening ocean wave and wind currents that impact shorelines around the world. Eelgrass is considered one of the contributes to highly productive ecosystems for this and being is able to nurture several marine species - including fish and invertebrates along being a source . It is valued as a tool for carbon sequestration, food source to other marine species, and bioremediation of aquatic systems.
Eelgrass being widespread The study of eelgrass has provided insight in into its complex adaptation evolution regarding evolutionary history and adaptations to marine conditions, specifically its such as cell wall modifications.
Reference(s):
- Olsen JL, et al. The genome of the seagrass Zostera marina reveals angiosperm adaptation to the sea. Nature. 2016 Feb 18;530(7590):331-5. doi: 10.1038/nature16548.
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