What is another word for bangiaceae?
Pronunciation: [bˈaŋɡɪˌe͡ɪsiː] (IPA) 
Bangiaceae is a family of red algae that contain only two genera, namely Bangia and Porphyra. Although often referred to as "red seaweeds," they are more commonly known as "nori" or "laver." Other synonyms for Bangiaceae include red algae, Rhodophyta, or class Florideophyceae. The family is widely distributed in both temperate and tropical regions and plays an essential ecological role in marine ecosystems. Nagaiaceae, Porphyridiaceae, and Stylonemataceae are phylogenetically related families to Bangiaceae, making them biological synonyms. Bangiophyceae is the class for this family, and most species reproduce sexually and asexually. With their diverse morphology and ecology, Bangiaceae species are important in both scientific research and marine industries.
