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Genus: Leptocylindrus | Diatom Common West Coast species: L. danicus, L. mediterraneus, L. minimus Order: Biddulphiales Family: Leptocylindraceae
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Description: Tight chains with abutting valve surfaces. Forms resting spores. Cell Size: Diameter (apical axis) 5-35um Distribution: Cosmopolitan Interesting Fact: L. mediterraneus is nearly always found with the epiphytic flagellate Solenicola setigera
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