Leptactina latifolia - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Gentianales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
latifolia
ID:
226828
Status:
valid
Authors:
K.Schum.
Source:
wcs
Year:
1896
Citation Micro:
Bot. Jahrb. Syst. 23: 432 (1896)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000226158
Common Names
- Leptactina latifolia
- Latifolia Palm
- Palma Latifolia
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Leptactina latifolia (also called Broad-leaved 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
Leptactina latifolia is a popular ornamental plant, often used in gardens and as a houseplant. It has attractive foliage and produces small, colorful flowers that attract butterflies and hummingbirds. It is also used in traditional medicine for its anti-inflammatory and antiseptic properties.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Leptactina latifolia is a small, white, star-shaped flower with 6 petals and yellow anthers. The seed is a small, black, round seed. The seedlings are small, green, and have a single, long, narrow leaf.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Leptactina latifolia 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 Leptactina latifolia
Leptactina latifolia can be found in the Solomon Islands.
Leptactina latifolia FAQ
What is the scientific name of Leptactina latifolia?
Leptactina latifolia
What is the common name of Leptactina latifolia?
Latifolia Moss
What type of plant is Leptactina latifolia?
Moss
Species in the Leptactina genus
Leptactina benguelensis, Leptactina delagoensis, Leptactina densiflora, Leptactina epinyctios, Leptactina euclinioides, Leptactina formosa, Leptactina gloeocalyx, Leptactina involucrata, Leptactina latifolia, Leptactina laurentiana, Leptactina liebrechtsiana, Leptactina mannii, Leptactina oxyloba, Leptactina papyrophloea, Leptactina platyphylla, Leptactina polyneura, Leptactina pretrophylax, Leptactina prostrata, Leptactina pynaertii, Leptactina senegambica, Leptactina tessmannii, Leptactina angolensis, Leptactina deblockiae, Leptactina rheophytica, Leptactina arborescens, Leptactina congolana, Leptactina papalis,
Species in the Rubiaceae family
Acranthera abbreviata, Acranthera anamallica, Acranthera athroophlebia, Acranthera atropella, Acranthera aurantiaca, Acranthera axilliflora, Acranthera bullata, Acranthera capitata, Acranthera ceylanica, Acranthera didymocarpa, Acranthera endertii, Acranthera frutescens, Acranthera grandiflora, Acranthera hallieri, Acranthera hirtostipula, Acranthera involucrata, Acranthera johannis-winkleri, Acranthera lanceolata, Acranthera longipes, Acranthera longipetiolata, Acranthera maculata, Acranthera megaphylla, Acranthera monantha, Acranthera nieuwenhuisii, Acranthera ophiorhizoides, Acranthera parviflora, Acranthera philippensis, Acranthera ruttenii, Acranthera salmonea, Acranthera siamensis, Acranthera siliquosa, Acranthera simalurensis, Acranthera sinensis, Acranthera strigosa, Acranthera tomentosa, Acranthera variegata, Acranthera velutinervia, Acranthera yatesii, Acranthera philippinensis, Acranthera burmanica, Acranthera virescens, Acranthera hoangii, Acranthera collina, Acrobotrys discolor, Acrosynanthus jamaicensis, Acrosynanthus latifolius, Acrosynanthus minor, Acrosynanthus ovatus, Acrosynanthus parvifolius, Acrosynanthus revolutus,
References
The Plant List v1.1 record kew-110902: Based on the initial data import
Karl Moritz Schumann (1851-1904): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'K.Schum.' in the authors string.