Anabaena

{
  "id": "MLC-T-ENV-001349",
  "term": "Anabaena",
  "field": "Environment",
  "definition": "A genus of cyanobacteria consisting of trichomes that are untapered with conspicuous constrictions at cross-walls. A firm individual sheath is absent, but a soft covering is often present. Many species are known worldwide as major components of freshwater plankton and also of many saline lakes. The species Anabaena flos-aquae is responsible for acute poisonings of various animals.",
  "references": [
    "NLM Medical Subject Headings (MeSH)"
  ],
  "url": "https://mlchart.com/terminology/environment/anabaena/"
}