| FTC | B4336 |
| Descriptor | EUCHEUMA |
| Synonym(s) | betaphycus gelatinae; eucheuma denticulatum; kappaphycus alvarezii |
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| Taxon Info | | Scientific tribe | Eucheumatoideae
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| Description | Eucheuma is a general term used to describe a group of red seaweeds/seaplants representing the Tribe Eucheumatoideae, used in the production of Carrageenan, an important product used in cosmetics, food processing and industrial uses, as well as a food source for those living in Indonesia and the Philippines. Some of the most significant species include Betaphycus gelatinae, Eucheuma denticulatum, and several species of the genus Kappaphycus including Kappaphycus alvarezii. Since the mid-1970’s Kappaphycus and Eucheuma have been the major source for the expansion of the carrageenan industry.
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LanguaL™
A. PRODUCT TYPE
B. FOOD SOURCE
EUCHEUMA
SOUTHERN LAVER
