Betaphycus gelatinus
(Esper) Doty ex P. C. Silva
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Description
A red seaweed found in tropical regions, belonging to the family Areschougiaceae.
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Edible Uses
The seaweed is processed for carrageenan and used as a food ingredient.
Traditional Uses
It is processed for carrageenan. It is used as a food ingredient.
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Distribution
It is a tropical plant.
Where It Grows
Asia, Australia, China, India, Indochina, Indonesia, Japan, Philippines, Reunion, SE Asia, Taiwan, Vietnam,
Production
It grows slowly.
Synonyms
Eucheuma gelatinae (Esper) J. AgardhFucus gelatinus Esper
References (2)
- http://www.seavegetables.com
- Zemke-White, W. L. & Ohno, M., 1999, World seaweed utilisation: An end-of-century summary. Journal of Applied Phycology 11: 369-376
