Green algae, Sea cabbage, Lacy sea lettuce
Ulva australis

Family: Ulvaceae

What it is like

A seaweed. It is a green algae. It is bright green with irregular lobes.

Where it is found

It grows in tropical and temperate places. It grows in shallow water in the intertidal zone. It grows on shells and rocks. It can be in intertidal pools. It grows in northern China.

Countries/locations it is found in

Africa, Asia, Canada, China, East Africa, Europe, France, Indonesia, Japan, Kenya, Korea, Mauritius, Middle East, Netherlands, New Zealand, North America, Philippines, SE Asia, Singapore, Spain, Sri Lanka, Taiwan, Tanzania, USA, Yemen

How it is used for food

The whole plant is slightly cooked then eaten.

Edible parts

Seaweed, algae, frond

How it is grown

Its other names

Local names

Ana-awosa, Awosa

Synonyms

Ulva pertusa Kjellman;