Notes: annual, may be abundant, 130 spp., centric diatom, unicell, medium to large size 30-500um. ³

Size: Diameter (apical axis) = 30-500µm

Description ³

Description: Cells are disc-shaped, cylindrical or wedge-shaped, and solitary. Distinct rosette of large areolae in the center of the valve. Numerous chloroplasts.

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Habitat ³

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