Eisenia (alga)

Updated on Nov 29, 2024

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Superphylum Heterokonta Higher classification Lessoniaceae Order Kelp		Family Lessoniaceae Rank Genus

Similar Eisenia arborea, Arame, Brown algae, Kelp, Ecklonia

Eisenia is a brown alga genus in the family Lessoniaceae. The genus is named for California Academy of Sciences curator, Gustav Eisen.

Eisenia bicyclis (the arame (荒布)) is a species of kelp best known for its use in Japanese cuisine.

Species

E. arborea

E. bicyclis

E. cokeri

E. desmarestioides

E. galapagensis

E. gracilis

E. masonii

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