Brassicophycus brassicaeformis
(Kutzing) Draisma, Ballesteros, F. Rousseau & T. Thibaut
Hanging wrack
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Description
A seaweed in the Sargassaceae family found in temperate regions. The edible algae is enjoyed as a food source.
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Edible Uses
The seaweed is eaten as algae.
Known Hazards
None reported
Distribution
It is a temperate plant.
Where It Grows
Africa, South Africa,
Other Information
It is enjoyed.
Synonyms
Pycnophycus brassicaeformis Kutzing
References (1)
- Pereira, L., Edible Seaweeds of the World. CRC Press.
