Gigartina lichenoides
Harvey
Ceylon moss
Gigartinaceae Edible: Algae, Seaweed
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Drexel University, Academy of Natural Sciences - Algae (PH-)
Description
A tropical seaweed in the family Gigartinaceae found in warm marine waters.
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Edible Uses
The seaweed is boiled down and used for jelly, and is added to other foods.
Traditional Uses
It is added to other foods. It is boiled down and used for jelly.
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Distribution
A tropical plant.
Where It Grows
Asia, Sri Lanka,
References (1)
- Hedrick, U.P., 1919, (Ed.), Sturtevant's edible plants of the world. p 328
