Chloroidium saccharophilum isolate:CS_iCABeR40 Genome sequencing. Chloroidium saccharophilum isolate:CS_iCABeR40

Chlorella saccharophila, a single-celled green alga initially categorized under the Chlorella genus, has been reclassified as Chloroidium saccharophilum. This freshwater species, first identified in Germany, is characterized by its spherical shape, rapid reproduction, and photosynthetic abilities. C. saccharophila is a producer of lipids that can be converted into biofuels (biodiesel precursors). It also produces valuable compounds like lutein and beta-carotene, which have applications in pharmaceuticals and nutraceuticals.