Ulva spp. – Sea lettuce
Sea lettuce (Ulva spp.) is an edible green alga that can be found in inter-tidal zones. There are both native and non-native species of sea lettuce in Connecticut that can be difficult to differentiate without a microscope. Sea lettuce produces vibrant green, translucent sheets that are two cells thick. They attach to rocks and shells. […]
Grateloupia turuturu – Devil’s Tongue Weed
Devil’s tongue weed (Grateloupia turuturu) is an edible seaweed that is native to East Asia. This red alga has become invasive in the northeast United States, out competing native seaweed species. Devil’s tongue is a perennial, living 6-10 years. It can be found along rocky coastal areas and shallow shores. The seaweed can be picked […]
Codium fragile – Dead Man’s Fingers
Dead Man’s Fingers (Codium fragile) is an edible and invasive species of seaweed that originated in Japan. Dead man’s fingers can be found along the coastline during low tide. Seaweed can be harvested year-round. The plant is named for its finger-like fronds that hang from rocks. Dead man’s fingers can be a nuisance to […]