The term Stratum malphigi refers to:
The layers of epidermis from below upwards are: S.basale, S.spinosum, S.granulosum, S.corneum. The lowest 2 layers are referred to by the term S.malphigi. Ref: Rook's textbook of dermatology, 8th edition, Pg 3.8.
S.corneum + S.spinosum
S.corneum + S.granulosum
S.basale + S.granulosum
S.basale + S.spinosum