Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Gentianales
Family:
Species:
liebrechtsiana
ID:
226831

Status:
valid

Authors:
De Wild. & T.Durand

Source:
wcs

Year:
1900

Citation Micro:
Bull. Herb. Boissier , sér. 2, 1: 27 (1900)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000226161

Common Names

  • Leptactina liebrechtsiana
  • Liebrechtsiana Palm
  • Palma Liebrechtsiana

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Synonyms

  • Leptactina liebrechtsiana liebrechtsiana [unknown]
  • Leptactina liebrechtsiana mollis Robbr. [valid]

Description

Leptactina liebrechtsiana (also called Liebrecht's 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 liebrechtsiana 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 liebrechtsiana 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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Cultivation and Propagation

Leptactina liebrechtsiana 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 liebrechtsiana

Leptactina liebrechtsiana can be found in the Solomon Islands.

Leptactina liebrechtsiana FAQ

What is the scientific name of Leptactina liebrechtsiana?

Leptactina liebrechtsiana

What is the common name of Leptactina liebrechtsiana?

Liebrecht's Tree Fern

What is the natural habitat of Leptactina liebrechtsiana?

Mountain rainforest

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-110905: Based on the initial data import
Émile Auguste Joseph De Wildeman (1866-1947): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'De Wild.' in the authors string.
Théophile Alexis Durand (1855-1912): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'T.Durand' in the authors string.