The relationships of Eunotogramma frauenfeldii (Bacillariophyta) I. An account of its structure and description of the new genus Moralesonia

oleh: David M. Williams, Tsvetoslav Georgiev, Tanja M. Schuster, Carlos E. Wetzel

Format: Article
Diterbitkan: Meise Botanic Garden 2024-07-01

Deskripsi

Background and aims – Euodia frauenfeldii has the characteristic ‘semi-circular’ or ‘crescent-shaped’ valves found in most species of Euodia, but as it also has a pair of conspicuous transapical costae, it was later transferred to Eunotogramma. Examination of the structure of its valves and girdle has led to a reassessment of its taxonomic position. Material and methods – We discuss various aspects of terminology used for the parts of the valve, their abbreviations used throughout the literature and provide a detailed taxonomic background to both Euodia and Eunotogramma. Key results – A new genus, Moralesonia is described and its relationships discussed.