Gigartina exasperata
Harvey & Bailey
Turkish bath towel
Gigartinaceae Edible: Algae, Fronds, Seaweed
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Description
Gigartina exasperata, known as Turkish bath towel, is a tropical seaweed harvested commercially. The broad thick blades contain approximately 50% carrageenan.
Edible Uses
The broad thick blades are chopped and used as a substitute for gelatin in vegetable foods as a thickening agent.
Traditional Uses
The broad thick blades are chopped and used as a substitute for gelatin in vegetable foods as a thickening agent.
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Distribution
A tropical plant.
Where It Grows
Pacific,
Other Information
It is harvested commercially.
Notes
It is about 50% carrageenan.
References (1)
- Facciola, S., 1998, Cornucopia 2: a Source Book of Edible Plants. Kampong Publications, p 258
