Ulva compressa
Linnaeus
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Summary
Source: WikipediaUlva compressa is a species of seaweed in Ulvaceae family that can be found in North America, Mediterranean Sea, and throughout Africa and Australia.
Description
A green seaweed.
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Edible Uses
The plant is widely produced in China, Japan, and Korea. The species is edible by both animals and humans alike, due to its high levels of nutrients and good taste. It is also used in various cosmetics to prevent skin itchiness. It is used as fertilizer because it adds a wide range of minerals to the soil.
Distribution
It is a temperate plant.
Where It Grows
Africa, Australia, Azores, Britain, Europe, Iran, Mediterranean, Middle East, North America, Portugal,
Nutrition
| Part | Moisture | kJ | kcal | Protein | Vit A | Vit C | Iron | Zinc |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Seaweed | — | — | 18.1 | — | — | — | — | — |
Synonyms
References (3)
- Cherry, P., et al, 2019, Risks and benefits of consuming edible seaweeds. Nutrition ReviewsVR Vol. 77(5):307–329
- Pereira, L., 2011, A Review of the Nutrient Composition of Selected Edible Seaweeds. In Seaweed. Pomin V. H., (Ed.) Nova Science Publishers, Inc
- World Checklist of Useful Plant Species 2020. Royal Botanic Gardens, Kew
