Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
lycopodinea
ID:
125974

Status:
valid

Authors:
Cuatrec.

Source:
gcc

Year:
1954

Citation Micro:
Feddes Repert. Spec. Nov. Regni Veg. 56: 164 (1954)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000125303



Common Names

  • Lycopod Clubmoss
  • Loricaria Lycopodinea
  • Clubmoss


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Description

Loricaria lycopodinea (also called Clubmoss Catfish, among many other common names) is a freshwater fish native to South America. It has a long, slender body and a brownish-green coloration. It is found in slow-moving rivers and streams.

Uses & Benefits

Loricaria lycopodinea is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a ground cover. It is also used in herbal medicine to treat a variety of ailments, including digestive issues, skin problems, and fever.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Loricaria lycopodinea is a yellow daisy-like flower with a yellow center and white petals. The seed is a small, black, oval-shaped seed. The seedlings are small, with light green leaves and a single stem.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Loricaria lycopodinea is an evergreen shrub that is native to tropical South America. It is easy to cultivate and propagate from cuttings. The cuttings should be taken in spring or summer and rooted in a potting mix. The plants should be grown in a sunny position in well-drained soil. They should be watered regularly and fertilized with a balanced fertilizer every few weeks. The plants can be pruned to maintain a desired shape.

Where to Find Loricaria lycopodinea

Loricaria lycopodinea is native to South America and can be found in Peru, Ecuador, Colombia, and Venezuela.

Loricaria lycopodinea FAQ

What type of plant is Loricaria lycopodinea?

Loricaria lycopodinea is a perennial herb in the Asteraceae family.

What is the natural habitat of Loricaria lycopodinea?

Loricaria lycopodinea is native to South America, where it is found in grasslands and open woodlands.

What is the scientific name of Loricaria lycopodinea?

The scientific name of Loricaria lycopodinea is Loricaria lycopodinea.

Species in the Asteraceae family

Aaronsohnia pubescens, Aaronsohnia factorovskyi, Abrotanella filiformis, Abrotanella rostrata, Abrotanella linearis, Abrotanella trilobata, Abrotanella muscosa, Abrotanella inconspicua, Abrotanella trichoachaenia, Abrotanella caespitosa, Abrotanella nivigena, Abrotanella pusilla, Abrotanella linearifolia, Abrotanella papuana, Abrotanella rosulata, Abrotanella emarginata, Abrotanella fertilis, Abrotanella spathulata, Abrotanella purpurea, Abrotanella patearoa, Abrotanella submarginata, Abrotanella diemii, Abrotanella scapigera, Abrotanella forsterioides, Acamptopappus shockleyi, Acamptopappus sphaerocephalus, Acanthocephalus benthamianus, Acanthocephalus amplexifolius, Acanthocladium dockeri, Acanthodesmos distichus, Acanthodesmos gibarensis, Acanthospermum humile, Acanthospermum consobrinum, Acanthospermum glabratum, Acanthospermum microcarpum, Acanthospermum hispidum, Acanthospermum australe, Acanthospermum lecocarpoides, Acanthostyles buniifolius, Acanthostyles saucechicoensis, Achillea buiana, Achillea conrathii, Achillea cucullata, Achillea styriaca, Achillea clavennae, Achillea cappadocica, Achillea huber-morathii, Achillea ptarmicoides, Achillea sieheana, Achillea barrelieri,

References

The Plant List v1.1 record gcc-86381: Based on the initial data import
José Cuatrecasas (1903-1996): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Cuatrec.' in the authors string.