Stichodactyla helianthus is a tropical anemone commonly known as the “Sun Anemone” and part of the order Actiniaria, which comprises the sea anemones of the class Anthozoa. Described posthumously by See more

These organisms specifically reside in the family Stichodactylidae or the “carpet anemones”. Defined by their distinct morphology, S. helianthus are large anemones that are sessile and range in diameter of 10–20 cm. Their color varies in shades of golden … See more

Like many other sea anemones, S. helianthus excretes a variety of toxins that can serve different purposes such as prey capture, protection and defense against predators. In … See more

Sun anemones are marine organisms that are distributed in shallow areas of the sea floor, typically at depths from 1–10 m. This species is … See more

Like many other anemones, S. helianthus can serve as a “hub” for mutualistic networks of species and has been documented to live … See more

S. helianthus shows a variety of promising applications in the medical field due to its toxin-producing capability. ShK-186, a peptide inhibitor, is … See more