Schizonema torquatum (Harvey) W.Smith 1856
Publication Details
Schizonema torquatum (Harvey) W.Smith 1856: 76, pl. 57: fig. 361
Published in: Smith, W. (1856). A synopsis of the British Diatomaceae; with remarks on their structure, functions and distribution; and instructions for collecting and preserving specimens. The plates by Tuffen West. In two volumes. Vol. II. pp. [i]-xxix, 1-107, pls 32-60, 61-62, A-E. London: John van Voorst, Paternoster Row.
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A type species for this genus does not appear to have been designated.
Status of Name
This name is currently regarded as a synonym of Navicula ramosissima var. torquata (Harvey) R.Ross.
Source of Synonymy
Hendey, N.I. (1964). An introductory account of the smaller algae of British coastal waters. Part V: Bacillariophyceae (diatoms). pp. [i]-xxii, 1-317. London: Ministry of Agriculture, Fisheries and Food, Fishery Investigations. Her Majesty’s Stationery Office.
Basionym
Schizonema smithii var. torquatum Harvey
Type Information
Torquay.;
Origin of Species Name
Adjective A (Latin), adorned with a chain or necklace.
General Environment
This is a marine species.
Created: 23 April 2002 by M.D. Guiry.
Last updated: 20 April 2019
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Salvador Valenzuela Miranda in Guiry, M.D. & Guiry, G.M. 20 April 2019. AlgaeBase. World-wide electronic publication, National University of Ireland, Galway. https://www.algaebase.org; searched on 05 December 2024
