Algal factsheet: Xenococcus (Xenococcaceae)
Diagnostic features
Cyanobacterial unicells or small colonies attached to surfaces. Cells ovoid to irregularly shaped, blue-green, enveloped by a thin mucilaginous sheath. Organelles absent from the cells.Typical habitats
Attaches to filamentous algaeClassification
| Kingdom | Bacteria |
|---|---|
| Phylum | Cyanobacteria |
| Class | Cyanophyceae |
| Order | Chroococcales |
| Family | Xenococcaceae |
| Common name | Cyanobacteria |