How big is the Neptune grass?

Neptune grass (Posidonia oceanica) reaches 30–100 cm in length.

At what depth can you find the Neptune grass?

Neptune grass is found between 0–45 m deep.

What is the conservation status of the Neptune grass?

IUCN status: Least concern (LC).

Where can you find the Neptune grass?

Found in: East Atlantic, Mediterranean.

Neptune grass (Posidonia oceanica)

Key facts

Scientific name: Posidonia oceanica
Common name: Neptune grass
Category: Algae
Family: Posidoniaceae
Genus: Posidonia
Size: 30–100 cm
Depth: 0–45 m
IUCN status: Least concern (LC)
Danger level: Harmless
Habitats: seagrass, sand
Behaviours: sessile, photosynthetic
Ocean zones: East Atlantic, Mediterranean

Description

Posidonia oceanica is a marine flowering plant endemic to the Mediterranean, with ribbon leaves of 30 to 100 cm. Forms dense meadows between 0 and 45 m covering millions of hectares. Capital ecological role: fish nursery, habitat for 400+ species, sediment stabilization, CO2 fixation, oxygen production. Some clonal beds are over 100 000 years old. Strictly protected. Critical damage from anchoring and pollution.

Photo of Neptune grass

Frequently asked questions

How big is the Neptune grass?: Neptune grass (Posidonia oceanica) reaches 30–100 cm in length.
At what depth can you find the Neptune grass?: Neptune grass is found between 0–45 m deep.
Is the Neptune grass dangerous to divers?: Danger level: Harmless.
What is the conservation status of the Neptune grass?: IUCN status: Least concern (LC).
Where can you find the Neptune grass?: Found in: East Atlantic, Mediterranean.

Similar species

Sources

Taxonomy: WoRMS (AphiaID 145794)
Photos: iNaturalist (CC BY-NC)
Distribution: GBIF (taxonKey 5328663)
Conservation: IUCN Red List
Encyclopedia: Wikipedia