Green algae
Enteromorpha prolifera
Family: Ulvaceae
What it is like
A seaweed. It is fine and dark green.
Where it is found
A tropical plant. It grows in tufts on rocks in fine sand.
Countries/locations it is found in
Asia, China, Hawaii, Indonesia, Japan, Korea, Malaysia, Pacific, Philippines, SE Asia, USA
How it is used for food
The finely branched fronds are eaten. They can be dressed with salt and allowed to stand until slightly fermented. It is eaten in stews or with fish. The dried powder is sprinkled over foods as a seasoning.
It is cultivated.
Edible parts
Frond, seaweed, frond, algae
How it is grown
Its other names
Local names
Limu 'ele'ele, Suji-ao-nori