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Ogo nori
Gracilaria tikvahiae

Family: Gracilariaceae


What it is like

A seaweed.


Where it is found

A tropical plant.

Countries/locations it is found in

Bahamas, Caribbean, Central America, Colombia, Hawaii, Mexico, North America, Pacific, South America, Trinidad & Tobago, USA, Venezuela


How it is used for food

The stems are eaten fresh in vegetable and seafood salads. They are also pickled or used as a garnish.

It is cultivated in Hawaii.

Edible parts

Algae, seaweed


How it is grown


Its other names

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