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Sea grass, Torrey's Surf-grass
Phyllospadix torreyi

Family: Zosteraceae


What it is like

A grass like plant that has leaves 60 cm long.


Where it is found

It is mostly in temperate waters. It is occasionally in the subtropics. It grows in the intertidal zone.

Countries/locations it is found in

Canada, Mexico, North America, USA


How it is used for food

The leaves with herring eggs of them are dried and used as food. The rhizomes are chewed or eaten raw.

Edible parts

Leaves, root, seeds


How it is grown


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