Morphotype M
Microcoleus vaginatus

 

    Morph. Taxon Name Obs.Width Calyptra Granules DkRefr. Necridia Observed Description
13 M Microcoleus vaginatus 4-6 Yes Maybe No No Trichomes between 4-6 µm in width. Nearly identical to morphotype I except that all trichomes were contained within a common sheath. A few trichomes would protrude from the apex of the sheath. Terminal cell with a distinct calyptra. Could be colony of Phormidium autumnale.

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