Palmophyllum
| Palmophyllum | |
|---|---|
| Palmophyllum crassum | |
| Scientific classification | |
| Clade: | Viridiplantae |
| Division: | Prasinodermophyta |
| Class: | Palmophyllophyceae |
| Order: | Palmophyllales |
| Family: | Palmophyllaceae |
| Genus: | Palmophyllum Kutzing, 1847 |
Palmophyllum is a genus of alga. This genus is known to grow in low light conditions and at depth. The known distribution of this genus is being extended as deeper waters are explored.
Palmophyllum consists of spherical cells in a gelatinous matrix, and grows on substrates such as corals and rocks.