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Giant kelp
Macrocystis luetkeana

Family: Laminariaceae


What it is like

A seaweed.


Where it is found

It is a temperate plant.

Countries/locations it is found in

North America, USA


How it is used for food

The kelp is chewed raw.

Edible parts

Algae, frond, seaweed


How it is grown


Its other names

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