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Trichormus variabilis

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Trichormus variabilis is a filamentous, nitrogen-fixing cyanobacterium in the family Nostocaceae. It forms heterocysts — specialized nitrogen-fixing cells — within its trichomes and is found in freshwater, soil, and symbiotic associations. Its conservation status is not evaluated.

Habitat & Distribution

Native to Europe, inhabiting ecosystems characteristic of the region.

Distributed across Denmark, Norway, and Sweden.

🇩🇰 Denmark 🇳🇴 Norway 🇸🇪 Sweden

Full Taxonomy

Kingdom
Bacteria (Bacteria)
Phylum
Cyanobacteria (Cyanobacteria)
Class
Cyanobacteriia
Order
Cyanobacteriales
Family
Nostocaceae
Genus
Trichormus
Species
Trichormus variabilis ()

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Trichormus azollae
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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of ?
The scientific name of is Trichormus variabilis. It belongs to the genus Trichormus.
Where does live?
is found in Distributed across Denmark, Norway, and Sweden.. Countries include Denmark, Norway, Sweden.
What family does belong to?
(Trichormus variabilis) belongs to the genus Trichormus, which is part of the taxonomic family Nostocaceae.
What kingdom does belong to?
(Trichormus variabilis) belongs to the kingdom Bacteria (Bacteria).
What are the closest relatives of ?
The closest relatives of in the genus Trichormus include .

Native Range — 3 Countries

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Genus Trichormus — 2 Species

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Trichormus variabilis
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Trichormus azollae
NE
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