Macrocystis integrifolia
Northern giant kelp
Kelp géant du Nord
Distribution
Substrate and environment
- The species can be found on any type of substrate (sandy or rocky)
- The species forms large meadows
- The species can be found between 5 and 15 Meters.
- Very common species.
General characteristics of the species
- Height of the alga : 300 cm
Relationship with humans
- The species is good to eat
- The species is exploited in the following sector(s) :
- - Fishing or commercial aquiculture for food
The species can be confused with other species of similar appearance!