Surirella turgida W.Smith 1853
Publication Details
Surirella turgida W.Smith 1853: 31, pl. IX [9]: fig. 61
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 turgida (W.Smith) E.Reichardt.
Source of Synonymy
Reichardt, E. (2020). Bemerkenswerte Diatomeenfunde aus Bayern VII. Iconella margarita (Pant.) stat. nov., comb. nov.. Berichte der Bayerischen Botanischen Gesellschaft 90: 177-180, 28 figs.
Type Information
Syntype localities: "Marine. Coast of Skye, Prof. Williamson. Ilfracombe, Mr. Ralfs."; (Smith 1853: 31)
General Environment
This is a freshwater species.
Created: 11 April 2002 by M.D. Guiry.
Last updated: 15 March 2022
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M.D. Guiry in Guiry, M.D. & Guiry, G.M. 15 March 2022. AlgaeBase. World-wide electronic publication, National University of Ireland, Galway. https://www.algaebase.org; searched on 22 November 2024
