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Phycodrys rubens

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Phycodrys rubens is a red marine alga of up to 30 cm long.

Description

A red marine algae of the family Delesseriaceae, growing up to 30 cm long. It is found in temperate ocean waters.

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Edible Uses

The seaweed/algae is eaten as food.

Distribution

It is a temperate plant.

Where It Grows

Britain, Denmark, Europe, Ireland,

Nutrition

PartMoisturekJkcalProteinVit AVit CIronZinc
Seaweed28.8

Synonyms

Fucus rubens Linnaeus

References (1)

  • Cherry, P., et al, 2019, Risks and benefits of consuming edible seaweeds. Nutrition ReviewsVR Vol. 77(5):307–329

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