Status:
valid
Authors:
(Hook.f.) Ding Hou
Source:
cmp
Year:
1978
Citation Micro:
Blumea 24: 6 (1978)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000656639
Common Names
- Lurid Carpetweed
- Drimycarpus luridus
- Lurid Carpetweed
Synonyms
- Semecarpus glaber Ridl. [unknown]
- Semecarpus lurida Hook.f. [unknown]
- Swintonia lurida King [unknown]
Description
Drimycarpus luridus (also called Dull clubmoss, among many other common names) is a species of clubmoss native to tropical Africa. It is a small, evergreen, perennial herb with a creeping habit, growing to 15 cm tall by 30 cm wide. It is found in grassland, open woodland, and rocky slopes in its native regions.
Uses & Benefits
Drimycarpus luridus is used as a medicinal plant to treat various ailments, including fever, headache, and stomachache. It is also used as a natural insect repellent and to make dyes for fabrics.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flowers of Drimycarpus luridus are small, yellowish-green, and inconspicuous. The seeds are small, black, and round. The seedlings are small, with long, narrow leaves.
Cultivation and Propagation
Drimycarpus luridus is a shrub or small tree that can reach up to 8 m in height. It can be propagated from seed, which should be sown in a well-drained soil mix and kept moist until germination. Cuttings can also be taken from mature plants.
Where to Find Drimycarpus luridus
Drimycarpus luridus can be found in the Himalayas, from India to western China, at elevations of 1,500-3,500 m.
Drimycarpus luridus FAQ
What is the common name of Drimycarpus luridus?
Lurid Wood Fern
What type of plant is Drimycarpus luridus?
Fern
What is the scientific name of Drimycarpus luridus?
Drimycarpus luridus
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