Microalgae

Haematococcus

Haematococcus pluvialis

A green alga that turns deep blood-red when stressed by light — the colour change is the product.

Known for

The richest natural source of astaxanthin, the carotenoid that gives salmon and flamingos their colour and is among the most studied antioxidant pigments in nutrition science.

At GaiaTara

Being studied as a natural source of astaxanthin.

Latin name

Haematococcus pluvialis

Group

Microalgae

Grows in

Light · photobioreactors

Status

In R&D

Traditional uses and research interest are described for information only. GaiaTara makes no claim that this organism treats, cures or prevents any condition.