Porphyra

Porphyra is a genus of red algae, commonly known as edible seaweed, often used in foods like nori wraps for sushi. It thrives in coastal waters and has a thin, leafy appearance. Porphyra plays an important ecological role by providing habitat and food for marine creatures. It is also cultivated commercially, where it's processed into a nutritious product rich in proteins, vitamins, and minerals. Beyond culinary uses, research explores its potential in biotechnology and as a sustainable biofuel source due to its rapid growth and biomass productivity.