FTC | B2476 |
Descriptor | SEA LETTUCE |
Synonym(s) | ulva spp. |
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Description | The sea lettuces comprise the genus Ulva, a group of edible green algae that is widely distributed along the coasts of the world's oceans. The type species within the genus Ulva is Ulva lactuca Linnaeus, "lactuca" meaning lettuce. Additionally, some species in the algae genus Monostroma are known as slender sea lettuces. [Source: Wikipedia] | | |
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