Overview
Description: This observation shows a brown alga with a long, single, undivided blade that is ruffled or crinkled along the edges, giving it a distinctive wavy appearance. The color ranges from yellowish-brown to medium brown. The blade attaches to a smooth, flexible, cylindrical stipe, which in turn is anchored to the rock substrate by a claw-like, profusely branched holdfast. Notes: This sample (SM-0020) is from a private collection that will be donated to the Museum of the North Herbariu
- Type
- Other
- Severity
- MODERATE
- Source
- iNaturalist
Symptoms
Geographic Spread
Treatments
Consult Extension Service
Contact your local cooperative extension service for diagnosis and site-specific treatment recommendations. Accurate identification is essential before treatment.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is Sugar Kelp?
Description: This observation shows a brown alga with a long, single, undivided blade that is ruffled or crinkled along the edges, giving it a distinctive wavy appearance. The color ranges from yellowish-brown to medium brown. The blade attaches to a smooth, flexible, cylindrical stipe, which in turn is anchored to the rock substrate by a claw-like, profusely branched holdfast. Notes: This sample (SM-0020) is from a private collection that will be donated to the Museum of the North Herbariu
What are the symptoms of Sugar Kelp?
Where is Sugar Kelp currently found?
Sugar Kelp is currently active in Massachusetts, Washington, Alaska. It has been reported in 3 total states across the United States.
How do I treat Sugar Kelp?
Treatment options for Sugar Kelp include: Consult Extension Service. Treatment approaches may include chemical, biological, cultural, and mechanical methods depending on the severity and context.