Seagrass

Definition

Seagrass refers to flowering plants that grow underwater in coastal marine environments. They form dense underwater meadows and provide important habitats for various marine species.

Related terms

Ecosystem services: The benefits provided by seagrass ecosystems such as carbon storage, nutrient cycling, and shoreline protection.

Epiphytes: Small plants or organisms that attach themselves to seagrass leaves or stems.

Herbivory: The consumption of seagrass by herbivorous animals such as sea turtles or manatees.