Gelidium

Gelidium is a type of red seaweed, typically found in ocean waters. It is renowned for its high-quality source of agar, a natural gel used in food, cosmetics, and microbiology labs as a thickening, stabilizing, and gelling agent. Harvested primarily from coastal regions, Gelidium's unique properties come from its tightly packed cell walls that produce a firm, reliable gel. Its sustainable harvesting plays an important role in various industries, especially for creating plant-based jellies, desserts, and laboratory media, making it an essential resource in scientific and commercial applications.