Sea lettuce
Ulva fasciata
Family: Ulvaceae
What it is like
A seaweed. A green algae.
Where it is found
It is a tropical plant. It grows on inter-tidal rocks. It is often near streams with freshwater runoff.
Countries/locations it is found in
Atlantic, Caribbean, Hawaii, Iran, Middle East, Pacific, USA
How it is used for food
It is chopped in salads or boiled in soups.
Edible parts
Seaweed, fronds
How it is grown
Its other names
Local names
Limu palahalaha