Scouler's surfgrass
Phyllospadix scouleri Hook.
Phyllospadix scouleri, or Scouler's surfgrass, is a marine flowering plant in the family Zosteraceae. It is native to the western North American coastline, ranging from the Alaskan panhandle to Baja California.
Description
Phyllospadix scouleri is a member of the seagrass family Zosteraceae. It is found along the western coast of North America, including British Columbia, Alaska, California, Oregon, Washington, and parts of Mexico. This species was first described in 1838 by Hook. It is commonly known as Scouler's surfgrass in English. The plant is adapted to marine environments and contributes to coastal ecosystems.
Other common names
Species code: PsSurf GrassScouler's surfgrass
Distribution
British Columbia · Global · Alaska · California · Mexico Northwest · Oregon · Washington
Synonyms
Phyllospadix ruprechtii
