Cylindrospermum

Nowadays, Cylindrospermum is a topic that is present in the lives of many people. As time has passed, Cylindrospermum has become more relevant and has sparked the interest of experts and hobbyists alike. Its influence covers various areas, from fashion to technology, and its impact can be observed in areas as varied as politics, culture and society in general. In this article, we will explore different aspects related to Cylindrospermum and try to understand its role in today's world. From its origin to its evolution and its projection in the future, we will delve into this fascinating topic with the aim of shedding light on its implications and its importance today.

Cylindrospermum
Illustration
Illustration of Cylindrospermum stagnale. h, heterocyst; sp, resting spore
Scientific classification Edit this classification
Domain: Bacteria
Phylum: Cyanobacteria
Class: Cyanophyceae
Order: Nostocales
Family: Nostocaceae
Genus: Cylindrospermum
Kützing ex Bornet & Flahault, 1886
Species
Illustration of "Cylindrospermum stagnale". h, heterocyst; sp, resting spore

Cylindrospermum is a genus of filamentous cyanobacteria found in terrestrial and aquatic environments. In terrestrial ecosystems, Cylindrospermum is found in soils, and in aquatic ones, it commonly grows as part of the periphyton on aquatic plants. The genus is heterocystous (nitrogen-fixing) cyanobacteria.

References

  1. ^ "Cylindrospermum". www.uniprot.org.
  2. ^ Carr, Edited by N.G.; Whitton, B.A. (1973). The Biology of Blue-Green Algae. Berkeley: University of California Press. pp. 262. ISBN 978-0520023444. {{cite book}}: |first= has generic name (help)

Guiry, M.D.; Guiry, G.M. "Cylindrospermum". AlgaeBase. World-wide electronic publication, National University of Ireland, Galway.