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Family Rhodomelaceae

HAWAII

Acanthophora spicifera

Makapu'u Intertidal, Oahu

Black Point, Oahu

 

Black Point, Oahu

SPINY SEAWEED

Invasive on shallow reefs.  An introduced species with prickly branches that range from light yellow to dark brown.  Competes for space with native species.  Edible, with mild flavor.  Warm seas worldwide.