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zooxanthellate
van der Land, J. (ed). (2008). UNESCO-IOC Register of Marine Organisms (URMO).
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Description
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Colonies are corymbose, with thick irregular branches. Radial corallites are very irregular giving a spiny appearance. Colour: cream or yellow. Abundance: uncommon, restricted to upper reef slopes exposed to strong wave action (Veron, 1986).
Roux, J.P. (2001) Conspectus of Southern African Pteridophyta. Southern African Botanical Diversity Network Report 13 Page 118 (Includes a picture).
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