Sea Vegetable
Chlorella pyrenoidosa
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Chlorella pyrenoidosa is a trade/scientific name used on many chlorella products—green powder with robust chlorophyll flavour. Taxonomic labels vary; culinary use matches other food-grade chlorellas. Smoothies and green shots in minute doses. Product label species. Expect strong colour and taste.
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ChlorophyllGreenPowderStrongTrade Species Name
History
C. pyrenoidosa appeared widely in early chlorella industry literature.
Supplement labels featured pyrenoidosa as a common chlorella name.