Sargassum fluitans
Family: Sargassaceae
What it is like
A seaweed.
Where it is found
It is a tropical plant.
Countries/locations it is found in
Atlantic, North America, USA, West Indies
How it is used for food
It is boiled for a few minutes then eaten or added to other foods.
Edible parts
Seaweed, algae
How it is grown
Its other names
Local names
Synonyms
Sargassum hystrix var. fluitans Borgesen;