Kingdom:
Phylum:
Pteridophytes
Order:
Lycopodiales
Genus:
Species:
aqualupina
ID:
1315587

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Spring) Rothm.

Source:
ipni

Year:
1944

Citation Micro:
Feddes Repert. Spec. Nov. Regni Veg. 54: 62 (1944)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001328041



Common Names

  • Huperzia aqualupina
  • Water Wolf's Clubmoss
  • Water Wolf's Moss


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Description

Huperzia aqualupina (also called 'Fir Clubmoss', among many other common names) is a species of lycophyte in the Huperziaceae family. It is native to the Northern Hemisphere, with its range extending from North America to Asia. It is a small to medium-sized plant, growing up to 0.5 m tall. It prefers moist, well-drained soils in full sun or partial shade.

Uses & Benefits

Huperzia aqualupina is used in traditional Chinese medicine for its anti-inflammatory and antispasmodic properties. It is also used as an ornamental plant in gardens.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Huperzia aqualupina has small, white flowers with yellow centers. Its seeds are small, black and oval-shaped. The seedlings are small and have a single, oval-shaped leaf.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Huperzia aqualupina can be propagated from spores or cuttings. Spores should be sown in a well-drained potting mix and kept in a warm, humid environment. Cuttings should be taken from semi-hardwood stems and placed in a moist, well-draining potting mix. Both methods should be kept in bright, indirect light and watered regularly.

Where to Find Huperzia aqualupina

Huperzia aqualupina is found in India, Sri Lanka, and Myanmar.

Huperzia aqualupina FAQ

What is the scientific name of Huperzia aqualupina?

Huperzia aqualupina

What is the common name of Huperzia aqualupina?

African Rice

What is the natural habitat of Huperzia aqualupina?

Wetlands and swamps

Species in the Huperzia genus

Huperzia javanica, Huperzia parksii, Huperzia drummondii, Huperzia mildbraedii, Huperzia suberecta, Huperzia pecten, Huperzia gagnepainiana, Huperzia cavifolia, Huperzia verticillata, Huperzia pichiana, Huperzia saururus, Huperzia stricta, Huperzia humbertii-henrici, Huperzia gnidioides, Huperzia squarrosa, Huperzia curiosa, Huperzia trigona, Huperzia obtusifolia, Huperzia rubrica, Huperzia ophioglossoides, Huperzia perreriana, Huperzia megastachya, Huperzia xiphophylla, Huperzia phlegmaria, Huperzia selago, Huperzia crassa, Huperzia dichotoma, Huperzia reflexa, Huperzia taxifolia, Huperzia hartwegiana, Huperzia arcuata, Huperzia cuneifolia, Huperzia eversa, Huperzia hippuridea, Huperzia molongensis, Huperzia rosenstockiana, Huperzia subulata, Huperzia tenuis, Huperzia tetragona, Huperzia weberbaueri, Huperzia wilsonii, Huperzia lucidula, Huperzia cruenta, Huperzia saururoides, Huperzia ceylanica, Huperzia sulcinervia, Huperzia hoffmannii, Huperzia appalachiana, Huperzia haleakalae, Huperzia miyoshiana,

Species in the Lycopodiaceae family

References

Werner Rothmaler (1908-1962): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Rothm.' in the authors string.
Antoine Frédéric Spring (1814-1872): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Spring' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:124841-2: Based on the initial data import