''Pyropia virididentata'', formerly known as ''Porphyra virididentata'', is a red alga species in the genus ''
Pyropia
''Pyropia'' is a genus of red algae eaweedin the family Bangiaceae. It is found around the world in intertidal zones and shallow water. The genus has folding frond-like blades which are either red, brown or green. Some ''Pyropia'' species are u ...
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