Interspecific variation in total phenolic content in temperate brown algae
Marine algae synthesize secondary metabolites such as polyphenols that function as defense and protection mechanisms.Among brown algae, Fucales and Dictyotales (Phaeophyceae) contain the highest levels of phenolic compounds, mainly phlorotannins, that play multiple roles.Four temperate brown algae (Cystoseira amentacea, Cystoseira compressa, myboud