Schottera nicaeensis explained

Schottera nicaeensis is a species of red algae (Rhodophyta) similar to other small red algae particularly Phyllophora.

Description

The thallus consists of short flat fronds rising from a prostrate terete branched holdfast and growing to a length of about 10 cm. It branches once or twice and bears terete proliferations at the tips.[1]

Distribution

In Ireland, S. nicaeensis occurs in Portmuck, in Island Magee.[2] On the western shores of Great Britain, Portugal and in the Mediterranean.

Notes and References

  1. Dixon, P.S. and Irvine, L.M. 1977. Seaweeds of the British Isles. Volume 1 Rhodophyta Part I Introduction, Nemaliales, Gigartinales. British Museum (Natural History).
  2. Guiry, M.D. and Morton, O. 1976 Schottera nicaeensis (Lamour. ex Duby) Guiry et Hollenberg From Co. Antrim. Irish Naturalists' Journal. 18: 285 - 286