Gigartina clavifera
J. Agardh
Carrageenan
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Description
A seaweed of the Gigartinaceae family used as a source of carrageenan gum.
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Edible Uses
The seaweed and algae are processed to extract gum for culinary use.
References (1)
- Brouk, B., 1975, Plants Consumed by Man. Academic Press, London. p 256
