1,910 observations
Dulse
Palmaria palmata
Taxonomy
Kingdom: Plantae ›Phylum: Rhodophyta ›Class: Florideophyceae ›Order: Palmariales ›Family: Palmariaceae ›Genus: Palmaria
About
Palmaria palmata, also called dulse, dillisk or dilsk (from Irish/Scottish Gaelic duileasc/duileasg), red dulse, sea lettuce flakes, or creathnach, is a red alga (Rhodophyta) previously referred to as Rhodymenia palmata. It grows on the northern coasts of the Atlantic and Pacific Oceans. It is a well-known snack food. In Iceland, where it is known as söl, it has been an important source of dietary fiber throughout the centuries.
Frequently Asked Questions
- The scientific name of Dulse is Palmaria palmata.
- Dulse belongs to the kingdom Plantae.
- Dulse belongs to the phylum Rhodophyta.
- Dulse belongs to the class Florideophyceae.
- Dulse belongs to the order Palmariales.
- Dulse belongs to the family Palmariaceae.
- Dulse belongs to the genus Palmaria.