Avrainvillea asarifolia |
Distribution |

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Paddle blade alga |
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Paddel-Alge |
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Schotelwier |
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Algue-pagaie |
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Alga platillo |
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The tropical Atlantic |
Substrate and environment |
The species is generally found in a sandy/silty area
Species generally living in a group
The species can be found between 1 and 40 Meters
Common species.
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General characteristics of the species |
Height of the alga : 45 cm
Diameter of the leaf : 20 mm
The alga is calcareous
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Relationship with humans |
The species can be eaten but is of no particular culinary interest
The species is exploited in the following sector(s) :
- Aquarium enthusiasts.
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The species can be confused with other species of similar appearance! |