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Ana Carolina Martins, PL2 |
| Description: |
Gracilaria multipartita is a translucent, dull purple or reddish-brown algae, sometimes bleached, with fronds reaching up to 25 cm. Its cartilaginous, brittle structure includes a compressed stipe that expands into a thin blade, branching up to six times and often producing outgrowths along the edges. This algae grows on rocks or hard substrates from the upper sublittoral down to 15 meters and can tolerate sandy environments and varying wave exposures. Reproduction varies with habitat, with different growth rates and attributes seen across its life phases, where diploids are often favored. Spores are released following a daily rhythm unique to the species, while peak growth and reproduction occur primarily in late summer, especially in higher latitudes, as the plant responds directly to environmental conditions rather than anticipating seasonal changes. |
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Gracilaria multipartita (Clemente) Harvey |
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