Saccharina polyschides
(Lightfoot) Batters
Laminariaceae Edible: Seaweed, Algae
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Description
A brown seaweed in the Laminariaceae family found in Mediterranean climate regions.
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Edible Uses
The seaweed/algae is edible.
Distribution
It is a Mediterranean climate plant.
Where It Grows
Europe, Mediterranean, Portugal, Spain,
Nutrition
| Part | Moisture | kJ | kcal | Protein | Vit A | Vit C | Iron | Zinc |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Seaweed | — | — | 13.1 | — | — | — | — | — |
Synonyms
Fucus polyschides Lightfoot
References (1)
- Cherry, P., et al, 2019, Risks and benefits of consuming edible seaweeds. Nutrition ReviewsVR Vol. 77(5):307–329
