Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Sapindales
Species:
maximus
ID:
657308

Status:
valid

Authors:
Kochummen

Source:
cmp

Year:
1996

Citation Micro:
Sandakania 7: 81 (1996)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000656640



Common Names

  • Maximus Carpetweed
  • Drimycarpus maximus
  • Maximus Carpetweed


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Description

Drimycarpus maximus (also called Large 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 maximus 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 maximus are small, yellowish-green, and inconspicuous. The seeds are small, black, and round. The seedlings are small, with long, narrow leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Drimycarpus maximus 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 maximus

Drimycarpus maximus is native to the Himalayas, from India to western China, at elevations of 1,500-3,500 m.

Drimycarpus maximus FAQ

What is the common name of Drimycarpus maximus?

Maximus Wood Fern

What type of plant is Drimycarpus maximus?

Fern

What is the scientific name of Drimycarpus maximus?

Drimycarpus maximus

Species in the Anacardiaceae family

Abrahamia buxifolia, Abrahamia thouvenotii, Abrahamia littoralis, Abrahamia latifolia, Abrahamia minutifolia, Abrahamia ditimena, Abrahamia betamponensis, Abrahamia capuronii, Abrahamia delphinensis, Abrahamia ellipticarpa, Abrahamia elongata, Abrahamia itromoensis, Abrahamia turkii, Abrahamia deflexa, Abrahamia grandidieri, Abrahamia humbertii, Abrahamia ibityensis, Abrahamia lecomtei, Abrahamia lenticellata, Abrahamia lokobensis, Abrahamia longipetiolata, Abrahamia louvelii, Abrahamia nitida, Abrahamia oblongifolia, Abrahamia pauciflora, Abrahamia phillipsonii, Abrahamia sambiranensis, Abrahamia sericea, Abrahamia suarezensis, Abrahamia viguieri, Abrahamia revoluta, Abrahamia antongilensis, Abrahamia darainensis, Abrahamia patrickii, Actinocheita filicina, Allospondias lakonensis, Allospondias laxiflora, Amphipterygium simplicifolium, Amphipterygium adstringens, Amphipterygium amplifolium, Amphipterygium glaucum, Amphipterygium molle, Anacardium amapaense, Anacardium amilcarianum, Anacardium brasiliense, Anacardium caracolii, Anacardium corymbosum, Anacardium curatellifolium, Anacardium excelsum, Anacardium fruticosum,

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