Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Sapindales
Species:
racemosus
ID:
657309

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Roxb.) Hook.f. ex Marchand

Source:
cmp

Year:
1869

Citation Micro:
Rév. Anacardiac. : 172 (1869)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000656641

Common Names

  • Racemose Carpetweed
  • Drimycarpus racemosus
  • Racemose Carpetweed

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Description

Drimycarpus racemosus (also called Racemose 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 racemosus 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 racemosus 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 racemosus 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 racemosus

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

Drimycarpus racemosus FAQ

What is the common name of Drimycarpus racemosus?

Racemose Wood Fern

What type of plant is Drimycarpus racemosus?

Fern

What is the scientific name of Drimycarpus racemosus?

Drimycarpus racemosus

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,

References

The Plant List v1.1 record kew-2777883: Based on the initial data import
William Roxburgh (1751-1815): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Roxb.' in the authors string.
Joseph Dalton Hooker (1817-1911): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Hook.f.' in the authors string.
Nestor Léon Marchand (1833-1911): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Marchand' in the authors string.