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Guide to Adlafia multnomahii

E.Morales and Le 2005

Adlafia Multnomahii Guide
Credit: Gina LaLiberte, Eduardo Morales
  1. Valves small
  2. Ends capitate to rostrate
  3. Proximal and distal raphe ends deflect in opposite directions
  4. Striae may only be visible at mid-valve in LM

Valves are small, with capitate to rostrate ends. Proximal and distal raphe ends deflect slightly to opposite sides. Striae are weakly radiate and are visible in LM around the central area. Striae are more dense toward the ends, where they may not be visible in LM.