Gulf weed
Sargassum vulgare
Family: Sargassaceae
What it is like
A brown seaweed. It floats by means of gas bladders. It has a main axis about 40 cm long.
Where it is found
It grows on coral reefs and on rocks and stones in tropical and subtropical shores. It grows from high tide level.
Countries/locations it is found in
Africa, Brazil, South America, West Africa
How it is used for food
Edible parts
Fronds - flavouring, seaweed