Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Gentianales
Species:
trilocularis
ID:
226802

Status:
valid

Authors:
Markgr.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1930

Citation Micro:
Bot. Jahrb. Syst. 63: 280 (1930)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000226132

Common Names

  • Lepiniopsis trilocularis
  • Trilocularis Palm
  • Palma Trilocularis

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Description

Lepiniopsis trilocularis (also called Three-chambered Sea Urchin, among many other common names) is a species of sea urchin of the family Echinothuriidae. It is found in the Indian Ocean and the western Pacific Ocean. It typically inhabits shallow waters, from the intertidal zone to a depth of about 20 m.

Uses & Benefits

Lepiniopsis trilocularis is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a medicinal plant for treating digestive problems, colds, and headaches.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flowers of Lepiniopsis trilocularis are small and white, with four petals. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings are small and green.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Lepiniopsis trilocularis is a perennial herb that can be propagated by seed or division. It prefers a sunny spot in well-drained soil and can tolerate some drought. It can be propagated by division in early spring or by seed in the fall.

Where to Find Lepiniopsis trilocularis

Lepiniopsis trilocularis can be found in the Solomon Islands.

Lepiniopsis trilocularis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Lepiniopsis trilocularis?

Lepiniopsis trilocularis

What is the common name of Lepiniopsis trilocularis?

Trilocularis Moss

What type of plant is Lepiniopsis trilocularis?

Moss

Species in the Lepiniopsis genus

Species in the Apocynaceae family

Acokanthera laevigata, Acokanthera oblongifolia, Acokanthera oppositifolia, Acokanthera rotundata, Acokanthera schimperi, Adenium boehmianum, Adenium multiflorum, Adenium obesum, Adenium oleifolium, Adenium swazicum, Adenium dhofarense, Aganosma breviloba, Aganosma cymosa, Aganosma gracilis, Aganosma lacei, Aganosma petelotii, Aganosma schlechteriana, Aganosma siamensis, Aganosma wallichii, Aganosma heynei, Alafia alba, Alafia barteri, Alafia benthamii, Alafia berrieri, Alafia calophylla, Alafia caudata, Alafia erythrophthalma, Alafia falcata, Alafia fuscata, Alafia insularis, Alafia intermedia, Alafia landolphioides, Alafia lucida, Alafia microstylis, Alafia multiflora, Alafia nigrescens, Alafia orientalis, Alafia parciflora, Alafia pauciflora, Alafia perrieri, Alafia schumannii, Alafia thouarsii, Alafia vallium, Alafia verschuereni, Alafia whytei, Alafia zambesiaca, Allamanda calcicola, Allamanda angustifolia, Allamanda blanchetii, Allamanda cathartica,

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