Taxonomic Challenges and Distribution of Gracilarioid Algae (Gracilariales, Rhodophyta) in Tanzania
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2004
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This paper reviews the taxonomical literature of the gracilarioid algae from Tanzania,
and provides information about their ecology and distribution based on an intensive regime of
local collection. Its aim was to provide names, even if on a preliminary basis, for local gracilarioid
taxa. Our revision shows that species misidentification is widespread and that some species are
in need of further critical taxonomic study. Nine species of Gracilaria are reported in the region,
including one unidentified Gracilaria or Gracilariopsis.
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Gracilaria, Gracilariales, Taxonomy, Distribution, Tanzania
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Buriyo, A.S., Oliveira, E.C., Mtolera, M.S.P. and Kivaisi, A.K., 2004. Taxonomic challenges and distribution of gracilarioid Algae (Gracilariales, Rhodophyta) in Tanzania.