Coccolithus pelagicus subsp. floralis W.Wei & S.W.Wise 1992
Publication Details
Coccolithus pelagicus subsp. floralis W.Wei & S.W.Wise 1992: 514, pl. 2: figs. 8-9
Type Species
The type species (holotype) of the genus Coccolithus is Coccolithus oceanicus E.H.L.Schwarz.
Status of Name
This name is currently regarded as a synonym of Coccolithus floralis (W.Wei & S.W.Wise) J.R.Young.
Source of Synonymy
Young, J.R. (2023). Some proposed changes to the systematics of Cenozoic and Mesozoic nannoplankton. 41(1): 15-25, 1 plate.
Fossil
Described as a fossil.
General Environment
This is a marine species.
Created: 26 April 2002 by M.D. Guiry.
Last updated: 03 January 2025
Verification of Data
Users are responsible for verifying the accuracy of information before use, as noted on the website Content page.
Linking to this page: https://www.algaebase.org/search/species/detail/?species_id=41615
Citing AlgaeBase
Cite this record as:
E.A. Molinari Novoa in Guiry, M.D. & Guiry, G.M. 03 January 2025. AlgaeBase. World-wide electronic publication, National University of Ireland, Galway. https://www.algaebase.org; searched on 13 June 2025
