Makuri-nori, Worm weed
Digenea simplex
Family: Rhodomelaceae
What it is like
A seaweed. It has a harder core and divides several times. There is a dense outer layer of red brown threads.
It has been used for treatment for intestinal worms.
Where it is found
It grows in lower intertidal zones. It can be on fairly exposed shores.
Countries/locations it is found in
Africa, Algeria, Asia, Australia, Bahamas, Bahrain, Belize, Brazil, Cape Verde, Central America, China, Comoros, Costa Rica, East Africa, Egypt, Ethiopia, Europe, Fiji, Ghana, Greece, Haiti, Hispaniola, India, Iran, Italy, Jamaica, Japan, Jordan, Kenya, Korea, Kuwait, Madagascar, Mauritius, Mediterranean, Mexico, Middle East, Mozambique, New Caledonia, North Africa, North America, Pacific, Panama, Philippines, Qatar, Reunion, Sao Tome and Principe, Saudi Arabia, SE Asia, Somalia, South Africa, Southern Africa, Spain, Sri Lanka, Sudan, Tanzania, Tunisia,Turkey, Türkiye, USA, West Africa, West Indies
How it is used for food
It is the source of an extract used as a herbal tea. It was also used for jelly.
Edible parts
Algae, frond, seaweed