Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Species:
helianthus
ID:
689056

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Ravenna) Gereau & Meerow

Source:
wcs

Year:
1993

Citation Micro:
Novon 3: 29 (1993)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000688389

Common Names

  • Leptochiton helianthus
  • Helianthus Leptochiton
  • Sunflower Leptochiton

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Synonyms

  • Hymenocallis heliantha Ravenna [unknown]

Description

Leptochiton helianthus (also called Sunflower Chiton, among many other common names) is a species of chiton native to the Mediterranean Sea. It is a small mollusk with a shell that is up to 4 cm long. The shell is yellowish-brown in color, with a pattern of concentric lines. It is found in shallow waters, in areas with rocky substrates.

Uses & Benefits

Leptochiton helianthus is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. Its flowers are used for making decorations and for medicinal purposes. It is also used in traditional medicine for treating various ailments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Leptochiton helianthus is a small, yellowish-green flower with a sweet scent. The seed is small, round and black. The seedlings are small and have a single, oval-shaped leaf.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Leptochiton helianthus is an evergreen perennial that can be propagated from seed or from division. It prefers partial shade and moist, well-drained soil. It can be grown in containers or in the ground. Pruning is not necessary.

Where to Find Leptochiton helianthus

Leptochiton helianthus can be found in the tropical forests of India.

Leptochiton helianthus FAQ

What is the scientific name of Leptochiton helianthus?

Leptochiton helianthus

What is the common name of Leptochiton helianthus?

Sunflower leptochiton

What is the natural habitat of Leptochiton helianthus?

Grasslands

Species in the Leptochiton genus

Species in the Amaryllidaceae family

Acis autumnalis, Acis longifolia, Acis rosea, Acis trichophylla, Acis fabrei, Acis nicaeensis, Acis tingitana, Acis trichophylla, Acis valentina, Acis ionica, Agapanthus africanus, Agapanthus campanulatus, Agapanthus caulescens, Agapanthus coddii, Agapanthus inapertus, Agapanthus praecox, Agapanthus walshii, Allium aaseae, Allium abramsii, Allium acidoides, Allium aciphyllum, Allium acuminatum, Allium acutiflorum, Allium aegilicum, Allium affine, Allium afghanicum, Allium aflatunense, Allium agrigentinum, Allium akaka, Allium alabasicum, Allium alaicum, Allium albiflorum, Allium albotunicatum, Allium albovianum, Allium alexandrae, Allium alexeianum, Allium alibile, Allium alpinarii, Allium altaicum, Allium altissimum, Allium altyncolicum, Allium amethystinum, Allium ampeloprasum, Allium amphibolum, Allium amplectens, Allium anacoleum, Allium anatolicum, Allium anceps, Allium angulosum, Allium anisopodium,

References

The Plant List v1.1 record kew-281047: Based on the initial data import
Pierfelice Ravenna (b.1938): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Ravenna' in the authors string.
Roy Emile Gereau (b.1947): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Gereau' in the authors string.
Alan W. Meerow (b.1952): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Meerow' in the authors string.