Antrocentrum nigrescens
(Harvey) Kraft & Min-Thein
Acrotylaceae Edible: Algae, Frond, Seaweed
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Description
A soft, pliable seaweed found in temperate and tropical regions.
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Edible Uses
The fronds are eaten as seaweed/algae.
Distribution
It grows in temperate and tropical places.
Where It Grows
Asia, Australia, China, Japan, SE Asia, Tasmania, Vietnam,
Notes
Also put in the family Solieriaceae.
Synonyms
Rhabdonia nigrescens HarveySolieria mollis (Harv.) Kylinand others
References (1)
- Xia, B., and Abbott, I.A., 1987, Edible seaweeds of China and their place in the Chinese diet. Economic Botany 41:341-53 (As Solieria mollis)