Stringy Acid Kelp

Habitat & Distribution

Native to Europe, inhabiting ecosystems characteristic of the region.

Found across Europe (10 countries).

🇳🇴 Norway 🇸🇪 Sweden 🇺🇦 Ukraine 🇧🇪 Belgium 🇭🇷 Croatia 🇩🇰 Denmark 🇫🇷 France 🇷🇴 Romania 🇬🇧 United Kingdom 🇳🇱 Netherlands

Conservation Status

LC Least Concern

Full Taxonomy

Kingdom

Chromista (Kromista)

Phylum

Ochrophyta (Ochrophyta)

Class

Phaeophyceae (Kahverengi algler)

Order

Desmarestiales (Desmarestiales)

Family

Desmarestiaceae

Genus

Desmarestia

Species

Desmarestia viridis (Stringy Acid Kelp)

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of Stringy Acid Kelp?

The scientific name of Stringy Acid Kelp is Desmarestia viridis. It belongs to the genus Desmarestia.

What is the conservation status of Stringy Acid Kelp?

Stringy Acid Kelp (Desmarestia viridis) is classified as Least Concern by the IUCN Red List.

Where does Stringy Acid Kelp live?

Stringy Acid Kelp is found in Found across Europe (10 countries).. Countries include Belgium, Croatia, Denmark, France, Netherlands, Norway, Romania, Sweden, Ukraine, United Kingdom.

What family does Stringy Acid Kelp belong to?

Stringy Acid Kelp (Desmarestia viridis) belongs to the genus Desmarestia, which is part of the taxonomic family Desmarestiaceae.

Is Stringy Acid Kelp endangered?

No, Stringy Acid Kelp (Desmarestia viridis) is classified as Least Concern on the IUCN Red List, meaning it is not currently at significant risk of extinction.

What kingdom does Stringy Acid Kelp belong to?

Stringy Acid Kelp (Desmarestia viridis) belongs to the kingdom Chromista (Kromista).

What are the closest relatives of Stringy Acid Kelp?

The closest relatives of Stringy Acid Kelp in the genus Desmarestia include Tropical Acidweed, Witch'S Hair.