Dulse (Palmaria palmata), Whole Leaf, Dried
Dulse (Palmaria palmata), Whole Leaf, Dried
Hand-harvested from the pristine, nutrient-rich waters of the Gulf of Maine, Dulse (Palmaria Palmata) is a vibrant, deep-red seaweed known for its remarkable taste and health benefits. This versatile sea vegetable is perfect for culinary uses, health supplements, and even as a beautiful addition to marine aquariums.
Common name: dulse
Scientific name: Palmaria palmata
Locations: lower intertidal on low tide rocks & ledges in areas of lots dynamic current and water flow
Seasonality: available all year, best in spring - fall
Colors: bright red, maroon, burgundy, and sometimes almost black
Size: range from 6" - 12" fronds
Collected: by hand
Quantity: 1 lb dried
Uses: Snacks, soups, salads, as a health supplement, face masks, scrubs, lotions
Sustainably Wild-Crafted and Handpicked: Our Dulse is collected by hand from rocks and ledges in the intertidal zones, where it thrives in dynamic currents. It is naturally dried to preserve its potent nutritional content. This sustainable practice ensures the health of the ecosystem and promotes future growth.
Rich in Nutrients and Health Benefits: Packed with essential vitamins and minerals, Dulse is an excellent source of iodine, potassium, calcium, and antioxidants. It is beneficial for supporting thyroid health, boosting immunity, and promoting healthy skin.
Tidepool Tim says, “Dulse is pretty seaweed to view - it gets its name from the resemblance of the fronds to the likeness of a humans hands and fingers. The color varies from deep reddish black up to a bright apple red. Weathered fronds are often covered with bryozoans, hydroids, and have lots of holes from being nibbled on by snails, and sea urchins. In New England and the Canadian Maritimes, particularly Grand Manaan Island, New Brunswick - dried dulse is a favorite snack food. Fishermen collect dories full of this seaweed, dry it out on nets in the summer sun and then sell it locally or on the internet. It's a large industry that has been in existence for many years. Dried dulse can be kept indefinitely. its a very salty treat full of good micronutrients. Dulse is a great addition to any cold-water marine tank - it brightens up the aquarium, provides habitat, and a food source for other invertebrates. Dulse has a very small inconspicuous holdfast similar to sea lettuce & purple laver. Dulse plants colonize rocks but also seem to like attaching to blue mussels and horse mussels as well.”
