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Guide to Nitzschia palea

(Kütz.) W.Sm. 1856

Nitzschia Palea Guide
Credit: Pat Kociolek
  1. Valves lanceolate
  2. Apices subcapitate
  3. Striae barely visible

Valve are lanceolate with sides parallel and tapering rapidly at the poles, terminating with subcapitate apices. Fibulae distinct. Striae barely visible.

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