Callophyllis variegata
(Bory de Saint-Vincent) Kutzing
Carola
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Summary
Source: WikipediaCallophyllis variegata, commonly known as carola, is a type of edible seaweed, a member of the genus Callophyllis. Callophyllis variegata occurs in Concepción de Chile and other parts of South America such as Peru, the Falkland Islands, Tierra del Fuego. But also in New Guinea, South Africa, Australia, New Zealand, Alaska, St. Paul Island (Indian Ocean), Antarctic and subantarctic islands such as the Graham Land, Kerguelen, Macquarie Island, South Georgia, and the South Orkney Islands.
Description
A cool temperate seaweed in the family Kallymeniaceae, found growing on rocky sites 5-15 meters deep. It is popular in Chile.
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Edible Uses
The seaweed can be eaten raw or boiled.
Traditional Uses
It can be eaten raw or boiled.
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Distribution
It is a cool temperate plant. It grows on rocky sires 5-15m deep.
Where It Grows
Alaska, Antarctica, Australia, Chile, Kergulen Island, Macquarie Island, New Zealand, Papua New Guinea, PNG, Peru, South Africa, South America, Tasmania,
Other Information
It is popular in Chile.
References (1)
- Wikipedia Sea vegetables.