Lemanea australis
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Nungsham
Lemaneaceae Edible: Algae
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A red algae in the family Lemaneaceae that grows underwater as a very small plant. It is found in tropical regions and is commonly sold in markets.
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Edible Uses
The algae is properly dried in the sun or by fire, then fried and eaten. It has a fishy smell and is used as a fish substitute.
Traditional Uses
It is properly dried in the sun or by fire then fried and eaten. It has a fishy smell and used as a fish substitute.
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Distribution
A tropical plant.
Where It Grows
Asia, India, Myanmar, Northeastern India, SE Asia,
Other Information
It is sold in markets.
Notes
Also put in the family Rhodophyceae.
Also Known As
Nung-sam
