Southern laver
Pyropia columbina

Family: Bangiaceae

What it is like

A seaweed. It is a red algae.

Where it is found

It is a temperate plant. It grows well in the high inter-tidal rocky zone.

Countries/locations it is found in

Antarctica, Argentina, Australia, Chile, Macquarie Island, New Zealand, Peru, South America, Tasmania

How it is used for food

The fronds are soft and tender and chewable. They are used raw or roasted. It is used in salads, stews, pastas and with grains, mushrooms or vegetables. It is also prepared as a relish and eaten with fish.

It is an economically important plant. It is widely available in health stores.

Edible parts

Algae, frond, seaweed

How it is grown

Its other names

Local names

Cochayuyo, Iwa nori, Karengo, Kiwa, Luche, Parengo

Synonyms

Porphyra columbina Montagne;