Species code: Hn

Halophila spinulosa is a member of the Hydrocharitaceae family, commonly known as the tape-grass family. It is one of several species within the genus Halophila, which includes seagrasses that typically grow in shallow marine environments. The species is found in tropical and subtropical coastal areas, particularly in the Indo-Pacific region. It is identified by the species code Hn and is known to inhabit a wide range of marine habitats, including intertidal and subtidal zones. Its global distribution includes locations such as Jawa, Malaya, New Guinea, the Philippines, Queensland, Sumatera, and Western Australia.