How to Get Fibrous Pulp in Subnautica 2

Fibrous pulp is a ubiquitous resource in Subnautica 2, found in nearly every biome, yet harvesting it efficiently requires a bit of strategy. While you will never truly run out of this material, its prevalence often makes it easy to overlook amidst the dense underwater flora.

This resource is essential for survival and progression. You need fibrous pulp to craft basic oily salads for sustenance, as well as to fabricate fiber and fiber mesh. These components are critical prerequisites for building early-game gear, including the Basic Fins and the Rebreather, allowing you to explore deeper waters safely.

Efficient Harvesting Locations

To gather fibrous pulp without expending unnecessary stamina, focus on specific plant types that yield high quantities. You can harvest these resources using your Survival Multitool:

  • Whip Gorgon: Found beneath the Lifepod at the start of the game, these appear as thick red tufts of tentacle-like grass. Be careful not to confuse them with the surrounding unharvestable seagrass, which blends in seamlessly.
  • Feather Kelp: This plant is abundant in most caves. A prime early-game location is a cave on the sea floor, approximately 100 meters northwest of your Lifepod, where feather kelp grows directly from the rocks.
  • Macaron Sponge: Another reliable source found in various caves and open water areas.

Inventory Management Tips

While you can collect large amounts of fibrous pulp in a single trip, you will likely deplete your inventory quickly due to the resource's high demand for crafting. To maintain a steady supply:

  1. Use Portable Lockers: You can carry a Portable Locker with you while mining. There is one located in the cave directly under the Lifepod, making it an ideal storage point for initial collections.
  2. Expand Inventory: Interact with Biobeds to permanently increase your inventory capacity. This allows you to carry more fibrous pulp and other essential materials during longer expeditions.

By prioritizing these specific plants and managing your storage effectively, you can secure a steady supply of fibrous pulp to support your early-game crafting needs.