Surirella linearis W.Smith 1853
Publication Details
Surirella linearis W.Smith 1853: 31, pl. VIII [8]: fig. 58
Published in: Smith, W. (1853). A synopsis of the British Diatomaceae; with remarks on their structure, function and distribution; and instructions for collecting and preserving specimens. The plates by Tuffen West. In two volumes. Vol. I. pp. [i]-xxxiii, 1-89, pls I-XXXI. London: John van Voorst, Paternoster Row.
Request PDFType Species
The type species (holotype) of the genus Surirella is Surirella striatula Turpin.
Status of Name
This name is currently regarded as a synonym of Iconella linearis (W.Smith) Ruck & Nakov .
Source of Synonymy
Ruck, E.C., Nakov, T., Alverson, A.J. & Theriot, E.C. (2016). Nomenclatural transfers associated with the phylogenetic reclassification of the Surirellales and Rhopalodiales. Notulae Algarum 10: 1-4.
Type Information
Syntype localities: "Curwen Hill Lot near Lancaster: Geo. Smith. Snow Mud, Ben Mc Dhui: Dr. Dickie. Cantyre Peat etc."; (Smith 1853: 31) Notes: Slide BM 2321 b (Cocquyt, 2007: 277).
Origin of Species Name
Adjective (Latin), linear (Stearn 1983).
General Environment
This is a freshwater species.
Created: 11 April 2002 by M.D. Guiry.
Last updated: 12 January 2023
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M.D. Guiry in Guiry, M.D. & Guiry, G.M. 12 January 2023. AlgaeBase. World-wide electronic publication, National University of Ireland, Galway. https://www.algaebase.org; searched on 22 November 2024
