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Staurastrum brachiatum Desmid Species Outer Hebrides

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Phylum: Charophyta   Family: Desmidiaceae

Staurastrum brachiatum Ralfs ex Ralfs 1848

A cell that shows considerable variation, especially in the size and shape of the bi-lobed ends to the processes. Usually found in the plankton of shallow, vegetated lochs. Widespread in the Outer Hebrides but not that common.

References: 
Ralfs, J. (1848) The British Desmidieae
West, W., West, G.S. & Carter, N. (1923) A Monograph of the British Desmidiaceae, Volume 5
John, D.M. & Williamson, D.B. (2009) A Practical Guide to the Desmids of the West of Ireland
Coesel, P.F.M. & Meesters, K.J. (2013) European Flora of the Desmid Genera Staurastrum and Staurodesmus

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