• Kingdom: Plantae
  • Phylum: Rhodophyta
  • Class: Florideophyceae
  • Order: Ceramiales
  • Family: Delesseriaceae
  • Scientific name: Phycodrys rubens
  • Norwegian: eikeving

Characteristics:

This is a very common species. It grows 5-20 cm tall. It has a prominent midrib and paired lateral veins that may be branched further. The frond margin is fringed, this gives it a oak leaf-like appearance. The color is dark red.

Habitat:

Found it rock pools in the tidal zone and down to 30 meters.

Distribution:

It is well known from both sides of the North Atlantic Ocean.