Homoeocladia filiformis W.Smith 1856
Publication Details
Homoeocladia filiformis W.Smith 1856: 80, pl. 55: fig. 348
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.
Request PDFType Species
The type species (holotype) of the genus Homoeocladia is Homoeocladia martiana C.Agardh.
Status of Name
This name is currently regarded as a synonym of Nitzschia filiformis (W.Smith) Van Heurck.
Source of Synonymy
Van Heurck, H. (1896). A treatise on the Diatomaceae. Translated by W.E. Baxter. pp. 1-558, pls 1-35. London: William Wesley & Son.
Type Information
Syntype localities: Bexhill, Sussex; near Lewes brackish water; (Smith 1856: 80)
Origin of Species Name
Adjective (Latin), thread-like (Stearn 1983).
General Environment
This is a brackish species.
Created: 23 April 2002 by M.D. Guiry.
Last updated: 30 August 2023
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M.D. Guiry in Guiry, M.D. & Guiry, G.M. 30 August 2023. AlgaeBase. World-wide electronic publication, National University of Ireland, Galway. https://www.algaebase.org; searched on 22 November 2024
