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Nostoc

A form-genus of CYANOBACTERIA in the order Nostocales. Trichomes composed of spherical or ovoid vegetative cells along with heterocysts and akinetes. The species form symbiotic associations with a wide range of eukaryotes.

Year introduced: 2005

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Tree Number(s): B03.280.575, B03.440.475.100.575

MeSH Unique ID: D046937

Registry Number: txid1177

Entry Terms:

  • Nostoc punctiforme
  • Nostoc ellipsosporum

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