South Sea Colander (Hydroclathrus)
South Sea Colander
Selection
Pick on shallow reef flats, in lagoons, and on reef crests.
Storage
Can be dried for long storage.
Preparation
- Wash plants well before use.
- Can be eaten fresh in salads
- Blanch for 2 minutes to add to dishes.
- Dry to a crisp over medium heat.
- Crumbled flakes can be added to other foods for flavoring.
- (Novaczek, 2001)
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South Sea Colander
South sea colander is found on shallow reefs and in lagoons. The soft net-like plant has a complex blade full of holes and can be yellow-brown to dark brown in color (Novaczek, 2001).
Traditional Names
- Palauan – char