Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
lycopodioides
ID:
9131

Status:
valid

Authors:
Wedd.

Source:
gcc

Year:
1855

Citation Micro:
Chlor. Andina 1: 30 (1855)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000008460



Common Names

  • Oriastrum lycopodioides
  • Lycopodioides Oriastrum
  • Lycopodioides


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Synonyms

  • Oriastrum glabriusculum Phil. [unknown]
  • Aldunatea lycopodioides J.Rémy [unknown]
  • Oriastrum gayi Phil. [unknown]
  • Oriastrum lycopodioides lycopodioides [unknown]
  • Chaetanthera lycopodioides (J.Rémy) Cabrera ex Moreau [deprecated]
  • Oriastrum lycopodioides glabriusculum Reiche [unknown]
  • Chaetanthera lycopodioides (J.Rémy) Cabrera ex Pérez-Mor. [unknown]

Description

Oriastrum lycopodioides (also called Clubmoss, among many other common names) is a perennial herb that grows up to 0.5 feet tall. It is native to the Mediterranean region, and is found in grasslands and open woodlands.

Uses & Benefits

Oriastrum lycopodioides is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used as a medicinal plant to treat various ailments such as fever, cold, and cough. It is also used as a food source, as its leaves are edible.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Oriastrum lycopodioides has small white flowers with five petals. Its seeds are small and black. Its seedlings have long, narrow leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Oriastrum lycopodioides is a perennial plant that can be propagated by seed or division. It prefers full sun and moist, well-drained soil. It can tolerate drought and is hardy to USDA zone 8. It can be grown from seed, but it is slow to germinate and can take up to two years to flower.

Where to Find Oriastrum lycopodioides

Oriastrum lycopodioides is found in Mexico and Central America.

Oriastrum lycopodioides FAQ

What is the scientific name of Oriastrum lycopodioides?

Oriastrum lycopodioides

What is the common name of Oriastrum lycopodioides?

Lycopodioides Oriastrum

What is the natural habitat of Oriastrum lycopodioides?

It is found in dry, open woods and thickets in the Mediterranean region.

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