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Knobbed zigzag weed
Cystophora torulosa

Family: Sargassaceae


What it is like

A seaweed. It is medium to dark brown. It grows up to 60 cm long.


Where it is found

It grows in temperate waters. It is normally in shallow water.

Countries/locations it is found in

Australia, New Zealand (country/location of origin), Tasmania


How it is used for food

Edible parts

Seaweed, fronds


How it is grown


Its other names

Local names

Synonyms

Fucus torulosus R. Brown;