Gracilaria tikvahiae
McLachlan
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Description
Gracilaria tikvahiae is a tropical seaweed in the family Gracilariaceae, cultivated in Hawaii. The edible stems are used fresh in salads and seafood dishes, pickled, or as a garnish.
Edible Uses
The stems are eaten fresh in vegetable and seafood salads, pickled, or used as a garnish.
Traditional Uses
The stems are eaten fresh in vegetable and seafood salads. They are also pickled or used as a garnish.
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Distribution
A tropical plant.
Where It Grows
Bahamas, Caribbean, Central America, Colombia, Hawaii, Mexico, North America, Pacific, South America, Trinidad & Tobago, USA, Venezuela,
Other Information
It is cultivated in Hawaii.
References (1)
- Facciola, S., 1998, Cornucopia 2: a Source Book of Edible Plants. Kampong Publications, p 259
