Prasiola calophylla
| Prasiola calophylla | |
|---|---|
| Scientific classification | |
| Clade: | Viridiplantae |
| Division: | Chlorophyta |
| Class: | Trebouxiophyceae |
| Order: | Prasiolales |
| Family: | Prasiolaceae |
| Genus: | Prasiola |
| Species: | P. calophylla |
| Binomial name | |
| Prasiola calophylla (Carmichael ex Greville) Kützing | |
Prasiola calophylla is a terrestrial green alga in the class Trebouxiophyceae. It is one of the few macroalgae species that can survive extreme temperatures. It is also known for its ability to withstand high levels of solar radiation, changing salinity, and dessication.: 228