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Phyllospadix serrulatus

Rupr. ex Aschers

Toother surfgrass

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(c) M. Goff, some rights reserved (CC BY-NC-SA), uploaded by M. Goff

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(c) M. Goff, some rights reserved (CC BY-NC-SA), uploaded by M. Goff

Phyllospadix serrulatus is a species of aquatic plant in the Zosteraceae family. It is referred to by the common name toothed surfgrass, and is found along the shorelines of British Columbia and southern Alaska. It is also found in Oregon. It grows in salt marshes in the intertidal zone. Phyllospadix serrulatus is a grass-like herb with leaves up to 60 cm (24 in) long, with teeth along the margins toward the tip.

Description

A temperate marine herb of the surfgrass family (Zosteraceae).

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Edible Uses

The rhizomes are chewed or eaten raw.

Traditional Uses

The rhizomes are chewed or eaten raw.

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Distribution

It is a temperate plant.

Where It Grows

Asia, Korea, North America, USA,

References (1)

  • Moerman, D. F., 2010, Native American Ethnobotany. Timber Press. p 395

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