DSC_2148 Wakame, orJapanese kelp (Undaria pinnatifida) detail of ruffled sporophyll at base of plant amongst drift in mid summer. Highly valued as a food source in Japan and Korea, Undaria has been accidentally introduced around the world, probably through shipping. It first appeared in Wellington in 1987 and is now widespread, occuring as far south as the Snares. All Day Bay, Kakanui *
DSC_5145 Wakame, or Japanese kelp (Undaria pinnatifida) in Otago Harbour in winter. Showing prominent main axis and well-defined midrib. Highly valued as a food source in Japan and Korea, Undaria has been accidentally introduced around the world, probably through shipping. It first appeared in Wellington in 1987 and is now widespread, occuring as far south as the Snares. Aquarium Point *
