Salacia farquhari
General description:
Stems monosiphonic, to 18 mm long, simple and branched, the simple stems shortest. Stem internodes tapering proximally and distally, with one pair of opposite hydrothecae adnate in front, widely separated behind. Branching regularly alternate from an apophysis of the internode 0.25-0.4 mm long, usually 2 pairs of hydrothecae between branches. Branches given off at an upward angle with a distinct proximal geniculation at the apophysis and a V-shaped distal joint. Some secondary branching, but where developed, these branches carry few hydrothecae.
Distribution:
New Zealand and southern Australia (Tasmania), south of 43° S.
Habitat:
Subtidal, epizoic on sponges and other benthic fauna.