California kombu
Saccharina dentigera

Family: Laminariaceae

What it is like

A seaweed.

Where it is found

It is a temperate plant.

Countries/locations it is found in

Asia, Japan, North America, Russia, USA

How it is used for food

The dried fronds are occasionally used a wrappings for fillings. The dried fronds are sliced and powdered and used as a base for soup stocks. Small pieces can be fried in oil and sprinkled over cooked grain or potatoes.

Edible parts

Algae, seaweed

How it is grown

Its other names

Local names

Kumade-kombu

Synonyms

Laminaria dentigera Kjellman;