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