Durvillaea antarctica, commonly known as Cochayuyo, is a species of edible brown algae. It is found in southern New Zealand and Chile.
The leaves of Durvillaea antarctica are green to golden brown with a leathery texture and a honeycomb structure that gives it strength and buoyancy.
It is found on exposed shores and adheres to rocks with a strong attachment disk.
It is known for its content of bioactive compounds such as fucoxanthin and polyphenols, with high antioxidant capacity.
The scales are made from the inner layer of the algae.
Bulk Kelp – Cochayuyo – Scales
Durvillaea Antarctica, commonly known as Cochayuyo, is an edible brown kelp species. known for its content of antioxidants fucoxanthin and polyphenols
