Synedra closterioides Grunow 1881
Publication Details
Synedra closterioides Grunow 1881: pl. 70: figs 10, 11
Published in: Van Heurck, H. (1881). Synopsis des Diatomées de Belgique Atlas. pp. pls XXXI-LXXVII [31-77]. Anvers: Ducaju et Cie.
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The type species (lectotype) of the genus Synedra is Synedra balthica Ehrenberg.
Status of Name
This name is currently regarded as a synonym of Psammosynedra closterioides (Grunow) Round.
Source of Synonymy
Round, F.E. (1993). The identity of Synedra closterioides Grun. and its transference to a new genus Psammosynedra. Diatom Research 8(1): 209-213.
General Environment
This is a marine species.
Created: 23 April 2002 by M.D. Guiry.
Last updated: 02 September 2019
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Nomenclatural note
Seemingly originally first introduced without a description, but validated by analytical figures (see ICN Art. 38.7 "For the purpose of Art. 38.5, prior to 1 January 1908, an illustration with analysis (see Art. 38.9 and 38.10) is acceptable in place of a written description or diagnosis."). - (15 March 2016) - M.D. Guiry
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M.D. Guiry in Guiry, M.D. & Guiry, G.M. 02 September 2019. AlgaeBase. World-wide electronic publication, National University of Ireland, Galway. https://www.algaebase.org; searched on 11 June 2025
