👉 Raphidophyceae are a family of plants, comprising about 2,500 genera and over 3,000 species. They primarily belong to the clade Rhizocarpales, which includes members of the Coleoptera, Apidae, and other families such as the Thamnoglossaceae (the thorny plants). Raphidophyceae are known for their unique structures, including spines that often resemble a spiral
