POLYPLOIDY IN DESMIDS

Abstract
Diploids of four species of desmids were produced in culture. Morphological and cytological evidence of their diploidy is presented. A possible tetraploid was also detected. It is suggested that diploidy also occurs in nature. The taxonomic position of various forms of diploids with respect to the haploid forms is discussed.

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