Kaluchi (kä-lOO ‘chE)
n. pl. Kaluchiis (kä-lOO ‘chEs)
Kaluchiis are the spherical growth formations of seaweed and kelp, usually located at the base of the stem. They can be found
washed up ashore in most beaches. Sphere sizes can vary from 2-5 inches.
Kaluchiis have various
nicknames, such as: Sea Grapes, Shark Popcorn, Poseidon's Meatball, and Kelpballs.
Name
originally coined by Aquaman in Hawaii.