Project name: Arthrospira platensis

Description: Arthrospira platensis.Arthrospira platensis also called Spirulina platensisis a blue-green alga found in African and Central and South American alkaline salt lakes. Because this organism is an efficient producer of food-grade protein, as well as carotenoids, vitamins, and minerals, it has received attention as a promising food source for humans and animals. The consumption of this species has also been shown to reduce cholesterol and lower blood pressure. It is currently grown commercially as a food additive.

Last updated: 2009-03-20