Spaulding, S.,
Edlund, M.
(2008).
Fistulifera.
In Diatoms of North America.
Retrieved November 21, 2024, from https://diatoms.org/genera/fistulifera
Symmetric Biraphid
Fistulifera
Frustules very lightly silicified
Striae not visible with light microscopy
Central sternum distinct
The frustules of Fistulifera are very lightly silicified. Valves range in shape from linear to elliptical. Cells are small (usually < 8 µm) and possess numerous thin girdle bands, up to fourteen or more. Striae are not visible with light microscopy. The central sternum is distinct and may remain in a sample after the thin frustule has...