Oarweed, Kelp
Saccharina longicruris
Family: Laminariaceae
What it is like
A seaweed. The blades are broad and elongated.
Where it is found
It is a temperate plant.
Countries/locations it is found in
Arctic, Canada, Europe, Greenland, Ireland, North America, USA
How it is used for food
It is dried or smoked over oak clippings and eaten. They can be cooked as a vegetable or added to soups and stews.
Edible parts
Frond, algae, seaweed
How it is grown
Its other names
Local names
Atlantic kombu
Synonyms
Laminaria longicruris Bachelot de la Pylaie;