Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Genus:
Species:
fimbriata
ID:
226804

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Lindl.) A.S.George

Source:
wcs

Year:
1971

Citation Micro:
Nuytsia 1: 183 (1971)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000226134

Common Names

  • Leporella fimbriata
  • Fimbriata Palm
  • Palma Fimbriata

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Synonyms

  • Leptoceras fimbriata Lindl. [unknown]
  • Leptoceras pectinata Lindl. [unknown]
  • Caladenia fimbriata Rchb.f. [unknown]
  • Caladenia fimbriata pectinata (Lindl.) Rchb.f. [unknown]
  • Eriochilus fimbriatus F.Muell. [unknown]

Description

Leporella fimbriata (also called Fringed 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

Leporella fimbriata 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 flower of Leporella fimbriata 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

Leporella fimbriata 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 Leporella fimbriata

Leporella fimbriata can be found in the Solomon Islands.

Leporella fimbriata FAQ

What is the scientific name of Leporella fimbriata?

Leporella fimbriata

What is the common name of Leporella fimbriata?

Fimbriata Moss

What type of plant is Leporella fimbriata?

Moss

Species in the Leporella genus

Species in the Orchidaceae family

Aa fiebrigii, Aa hartwegii, Aa hieronymi, Aa leucantha, Aa lorentzii, Aa macra, Aa achalensis, Aa maderoi, Aa mandonii, Aa matthewsii, Aa microtidis, Aa paleacea, Aa argyrolepis, Aa riobambae, Aa rosei, Aa schickendanzii, Aa sphaeroglossa, Aa trilobulata, Aa weddelliana, Aa aurantiaca, Aa calceata, Aa colombiana, Aa denticulata, Aa erosa, Aa figueroi, Aa lozanoi, Aa lehmannii, Acampe carinata, Acampe cephalotes, Acampe ochracea, Acampe pachyglossa, Acampe praemorsa, Acampe joiceyana, Acampe hulae, Acanthophippium bicolor, Acanthophippium chrysoglossum, Acanthophippium curtisii, Acanthophippium eburneum, Acanthophippium gougahense, Acanthophippium javanicum, Acanthophippium lilacinum, Acanthophippium mantinianum, Acanthophippium parviflorum, Acanthophippium pictum, Acanthophippium splendidum, Acanthophippium striatum, Acanthophippium sylhetense, Acanthophippium curtisii, Achlydosa glandulosa, Acianthera aculeata,

References

The Plant List v1.1 record kew-110880: Based on the initial data import
John Lindley (1799-1865): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Lindl.' in the authors string.
Alex George (b.1939): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'A.S.George' in the authors string.