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Scientific Name: Monactinus simplex (Meyen) Corda, 1839
Synonym: Pediastrum simplex (Meyen, 1829) (Currently unaccepted)
Photo: algaholic (iNaturalist)
Classification:
Kingdom: Plantae
Phylum: Chlorophyta
Class: Chlorophyceae
Order: Sphaeropleales
Family: Hydrodictyaceae
Description:
Marginal cells possess a singular, elongated horn-like process, and colonies exhibit substantial perforations. Maturing marginal cells take on Y- to T-shaped configurations, appearing triangular to trapezoid in shape. Inner cells exhibit a Y-shaped structure, and the cell wall may be either granulated or smooth. Asexual reproduction involves the release of zoospores, while sexual reproduction occurs through isogametes.
Habitat & Distribution in Bangladesh:
These organisms are commonly found in freshwater habitats.
Environment:
Freshwater
Main References:
Rahman AKA, Kabir SMH, Ahmad M, Ahmed ATA, Ahmed ZU, Begum ZNT, Hassan MA, Khondoker M (2009) Encyclopedia of flora and fauna of Bangladesh, Vol. 24. Marine Fishes. Asiatic Society of Bangladesh, Dhaka, Bangladesh, 485 p.
Other References:
DNA Barcodes from Bangladesh
GenBank Accession Number:
Other DNA Barcodes & Nucleutide Sequences
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