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Created 11/29/2024

Family Halymeniaceae

SUBTROPICAL / HAWAII

Grateloupia filicina

Kanewai spring, Kuli'ou'ou, Oahu

HAIRY SEAWEED    HULUHULUWAENA

uncommon and depleted due to overharvesting and loss of freshwater springs.  Attached to rock on sandy shorelines with freshwater seeps.  Very fine, hair-like texture, witha pleasing fragrance.  Worldwide in subtropical waters.