Diatoms of North AmericaDiatoms of North America
Return to overview

Guide to Nupela elegantula

Potapova 2011

Nupela Elegantula Guide
Credit: Marina Potapova
  1. Valves linear-lanceolate
  2. Raphe absent on one valve
  3. Rhombic-lanceolate axial areas on both valves
  4. Raphe valve with round central area

Valves are linear-lanceolate with broadly subrostrate ends. Striae are slightly radiate throughout the valve, parallel or slightly convergent at the apices, 34-38 in 10 μm. Raphe is absent on one of the valves. Raphe valve has rhombic-lanceolate axial area and round central area. Rapheless valve has rhombic-lanceolate axial area, but no distinct central area.

Diatoms of North America is running a fundraising campaign to keep the servers in operation. We need you to reach our $25,000 fundraising goal.

If you use and appreciate DONA, make your DONAtion today.

For the Gift Designation, type "diatom" in the search box and select "Diatom Lab Research Fund". This is the designated fund for diatoms.org.

Donate today