The Australian Algae Name Index (AANI) is a tool for the botanical community that deals with algae names and their usage in the scientific literature, whether as a current name or synonym. AANI does not recommend any particular taxonomy or nomenclature. For a listing of currently accepted scientific names for the Australian Algae, please use the Australian Algae List (AAL) link above.
Type locality:Habitat._ On rocks in middle littoral regions. Jiaotou, Ya District, Hainan I., Kwangtung Province, in June (AST 57-6133, [sign for female] Type), Hongtang, Ya District, Hainan I., Kwangtung Province, in Septamber (AST 60-7726, [sign for female]).
Comment:When wishing to transfer Polycavernosa ramulosa to Gracilaria Zhang & Abbott had to propose a new name because Gracilaria ramulosa (Martius) Greville had already been used.