S-ALGAE : STELLARIA's ALGAE & CYANOBACTERIA BANK
Brief description of each of our strains (in alphabetical order)
Anabaena variabilis is a genus of CYANOBACTERIA (blue-green algae) ​ This filamentous cyanobacteria has proven ideal for waste bioremediation in farms (poultry/cow/pig dung) as it helps significantly remove nitrite, nitrate, and orthophosphate, ammonium and organic carbon. and therefore enable the reuse of the bioremediated freshwater waste.
Arthrospira platensis, usually known as 'Spirulina' is a CYANOBACTERIA
Chlorella ellipsoidea is a green microalga rich in violaxanthin, found to be a potent anti-cancer and anti-inflammatory therapeutic.
Chlorella minutissima is a green microalga.
Chlorella vulgaris is a green microalga, It is very rich in protein and is already in use as food supplement, as a source of protein in a wide range of food.
Cosmarium sp. are green microalgae
Cyanothece is a genus of CYANOBACTERIA
Haematococcus variabilis is a green microalgae which turns red as it matures. This unicellular freshwater microalga that is a promising source of bioactive substances, and is particularly rich in astaxanthin, a carotenoid proven to be a powerful antioxidant.
Nannochloropsis gaditana is a genus of green microalgae ​ Its high content in protein and in polyunsaturated fatty acids (PUFA) makes it an ideal microalga as animal feed in aquaculture.
Nannochloropsis salina is a genus of green microalgae rich in eicosapentaenoic acid (EPA), one of the most favoured fatty acids in aquaculture.
Pavlova granifera (phylum HAPTOPHYTA) is a very common component of near coastal phytoplankton communities in widespread locations. The Pavlovophyceae synthesize long chain polyunsaturated fatty acids such as docosahexaenoic (DHA) and eicosapentaenoic (EPA) acids and certain species, notably Pavlova lutheri and P. gyrans, are extensively used as feedstocks in the aquaculture of bivalves, crustaceans and fish.
Spirogyra (common names include water silk, mermaid's tresses, and blanket weed) is a filamentous green algae (CHAROPHYTE) of the order Zygnematales, named for the helical or spiral arrangement of the chloroplasts that is characteristic of the genus.
Tetraselmis suecica is a marine green microalga with motile cells, commercially grown as feedstock for aquaculture, especially for Rotifers. Its antioxidant activity and cytotoxic effects on tumor cells is of value to the pharmaceutical industry.
FAQs
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Astaxanthin (AST), a red dietary carotenoid, possesses potent antioxidant activity, and inhibits oxidative damages. Carotenoids are not only fundamental constituents for plant survival but are also essential in the mammalian diet. Humans require carotenoids, such as vitamin A that provide protection against degenerative diseases and maintain the immune system. They are also important in maintaining eye sight, especially in children, since the carotenoid, β-carotene is the precursor of vitamin A and is critical for maintaining night and color vision. Moreover, the carotenoids, zeaxanthin and lutein prevent age-related macular degradation.
Polyunsaturated fatty acids (PUFAs) such as docosahexaenoic acid (DHA) and eicosapentaenoic acid (EPA), are important nutritional essentials and potent antioxidants found in fish oil and in some microalgae.