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Rockweed

Caritet

Caritet
Fucus distichus subsp. evanescens (C. Agardh) H. T. Powell

Plant


Rockweed grows abundantly on rocks in the mid intertidal zone. This small, green-brown seaweed often turns black when it dries drying. The plant’s numerous blades develop swollen, bladder-like tips at maturity.

Food: Rockweed is one the most popular seaweed gathered for food. People eat it raw, dipped in oil or with sea urchin eggs. Some take it home, most consume it where harvested.

Medicine: Rockweed is good for the stomach and prevents vomiting.

Rockweed