Productivity and nutrition of marine biomass systems in Florida

In situ growth studies with both Gracilaria and Sargassum in the Florida Keys indicated that phosphorus, rather than nitrogen, is the more important nutrient to sustaining growth of these species. In addition, iron, manganese, and copper can also limit growth of Gracilaria and Sargassum and appear to be important secondary limiting nutrients.

This article is the author version of a conference presentation and the final published version may be cited as: Lapointe, B. E., & Hanisak, M. D. (1985). Productivity and nutrition of marine biomass systems in Florida. In D. L. Klass (Ed.), Symposium papers Energy from biomass and wastes IX: Lake Buena Vista, Florida, January 28 - February 1, 1985. (pp. 111-126). Chicago, IL: Institute of Gas Technology.

Florida Atlantic University. Harbor Branch Oceanographic Institute contribution #437.