Spirulina

Spirulina

　　A member of Cyanophyta, Oscillatoriaceae. A filamentous multicellular algal organism with a life history of 3.5 billion years to date. Since its rediscovery in the 1960s, it has been widely recognized as the most nutrient-rich and balanced organism on Earth. With a protein content as high as 70%, it also contains abundant vitamins, minerals, and various essential bioactive substances, as well as rich polysaccharides, phycocyanin, and trace elements. It can be widely applied in industries such as medicine, food, and fine chemicals, and boasts extremely high medical and health care value. The natural growth conditions of spirulina are very stringent. Among tens of thousands of lakes worldwide, only Chenghai Lake in Yunnan, Lake Koka in Mexico, and Lake Chad in Africa can naturally support its growth. Chenghai Lake is located in northwestern Yunnan. Its water is completely unpolluted, a natural alkaline lake with a pH of 8.6–9.3 and high mineralization. It is rich in carbon sources, providing ideal conditions for the natural growth of spirulina, which thrives in alkaline, warm, and high-light environments.