What is the importance of desmides?

Answer 1

Desmids, which class is Charophyceae, is one of the closest member to the bryophytes and vascular plants.(even lacking flagellated cells)

Neveretheless, it's own importance relies on the fact that:

-They are abundant on environments poor in mineral nutrients.

-Their associations with symbiotic bacteria.

Answer 2

Desmids are important as primary producers in freshwater ecosystems, contributing to the food web as a food source for various organisms. They are also indicators of water quality and ecosystem health due to their sensitivity to environmental changes. Additionally, desmids play a role in carbon fixation and nutrient cycling in aquatic environments.