Penicillus pyriformis
Flat-top bristle brush
Flacher Kopf Bürstenalge
Vlakke top borstelwier
Pénicile en brosse conique
Alga brocha plana
Distribution
- The tropical Atlantic
Substrate and environment
- The species is generally found in a sandy/silty area
- The individual is isolated in its environment
- The species can be found between 1 and 30 Meters.
- Uncommon Species
General characteristics of the species
- General size of the alga : 0 cm
- Height of the alga : 13 cm
Relationship with humans
- The species can be eaten but is of no particular culinary interest
- The species is exploited in the following sector(s) :
- - Aquarium enthusiasts.
The species can be confused with other species of similar appearance!