Sargassum filipendula

Family: Sargassaceae

What it is like

A seaweed

Where it is found

It is a tropical plant.

Countries/locations it is found in

Africa, Asia, Bahamas, Belize, Bermuda, Brazil, Canary Islands, Caribbean, Central Africa, Central America, Cuba, Egypt, Gabon, Ghana, Hispaniola, Jamaica, Lesser Antilles, Malaysia, Mauritania, Mexico, North Africa, North America, Panama, Puerto Rico, SE Asia, South America, Sri Lanka, Trinidad & Tobago, USA, Venezuela, Virgin Islands, West Africa, West Indies

How it is used for food

Edible parts

Algae, seaweed

How it is grown

Its other names

Local names

Synonyms

Sargassum affine J. Agardh;