Achnanthes capensis var. multiarticulata Kützing, nom. inval. 1844
Publication Details
Achnanthes capensis var. multiarticulata Kützing, nom. inval. 1844: 76
Published in: Kützing, F.T. (1844). Die Kieselschaligen Bacillarien oder Diatomeen. pp. [i-vii], [1]-152, pls 1-30. Nordhausen: zu finden bei W. Köhne.
Publication date: 7-9 Nov 1844
Type Species
The type species (lectotype) of the genus Achnanthes is Achnanthes adnata Bory.
Status of Name
This name is currently regarded as a synonym of Achnanthes capensis Kützing.
Origin of Species Name
Adjective B (Latin), pertaining to the Cape, usually the Cape of Good Hope, South Africa.
Created: 13 March 2006 by M.D. Guiry.
Last updated: 16 May 2023
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G.M. Guiry in Guiry, M.D. & Guiry, G.M. 16 May 2023. AlgaeBase. World-wide electronic publication, National University of Ireland, Galway. https://www.algaebase.org; searched on 29 March 2024