SIZE : Up to 40 cm.
LIFE EXPECTANCY : Unknown.
LIFE CYCLE :
Spring species, found on the south side of the Gaspé Peninsula. Once July has passed, it is difficult to find Gaspé corals.
Nom
Devaleraea ramentacea
Type
Red algae
Autres appellations
Nom en cuisine
État de la ressource
Not determined
Saison de consommation
Not determined.
SIZE : Up to 40 cm.
LIFE EXPECTANCY : Unknown.
LIFE CYCLE :
Spring species, found on the south side of the Gaspé Peninsula. Once July has passed, it is difficult to find Gaspé corals.
Coastal zone, in cold waters.
Devaleraea ramentacea settles on rocks in environments exposed to waves.
PREYS :
CO2
Solar energy
PREDATORS :
Herbivorous molluscs
Herbivorous gasteropods
This algae is not yet commercially harvested in Quebec.
Máirin de Valéra
Devaleraea ramentacea was described as a new species in 1982. Its Latin name, Devaleraea, is a tribute to the Irish researcher, Máirin de Valéra, founder of the Phycological Society of Great Britain.
LET’S COOK :
Crunchy, firm texture.
The waters of the St. Lawrence are known for their good quality. However, as algae absorb the elements present in the water in order to grow, it is preferable to make sure that the harvesting site is clean before eating them fresh.
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