Global phylogeny of the Bangiales
Porphyra drachii, a red alga
There is evidence that the ancestors of this red algal group were around over 1.2 billion years ago. Given this long evolutionary history and a modern day cosmopolitan distribution, the group presents some fascinating scientific challenges.
An international group of specialists, including Museum staff, are using molecular techniques to construct a global phylogeny.
Botany staff linked to this project:
J Brodie