Surirella nobilis W.Smith 1853
Publication Details
Surirella nobilis W.Smith 1853: 32, pl. VIII [8]: fig. 63
Published in: Smith, W. (1853). A synopsis of the British Diatomaceae; with remarks on their structure, function and distribution; and instructions for collecting and preserving specimens. The plates by Tuffen West. In two volumes. Vol. I. pp. [i]-xxxiii, 1-89, pls I-XXXI. London: John van Voorst, Paternoster Row.
Type Species
The type species (holotype) of the genus Surirella is Surirella striatula Turpin.
Status of Name
This name is currently regarded as a synonym of Surirella robusta var. nobilis (W.Smith) Cleve-Euler.
Type Information
Syntype localities: "Fresh water. Lough Mourne Deposit. Dolgelly Earth. Raasay Earth. Lough Island-Reavey Deposit, &c."; (Smith 1853: 32)
Fossil
Described as a fossil.
Origin of Species Name
Adjective B (Latin), famous, renowned, grand, or notable.
General Environment
This is a freshwater species.
Created: 26 April 2002 by M.D. Guiry.
Last updated: 15 March 2022
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M.D. Guiry in Guiry, M.D. & Guiry, G.M. 15 March 2022. AlgaeBase. World-wide electronic publication, National University of Ireland, Galway. https://www.algaebase.org; searched on 23 April 2024