Kingdom:
Phylum:
Pteridophytes
Order:
Lycopodiales
Genus:
Species:
changii
ID:
1328048

Status:
valid

Authors:
(T.Y.Hsieh) Ralf Knapp

Source:
ipni

Year:
2014

Citation Micro:
Index Ferns Fern Allies Taiwan : 164 (2014)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001340502



Common Names

  • Huperzia changii
  • Chang's Huperzia
  • Chang Huperzia


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Description

Huperzia changii (also called Chang's Huperzia, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant that grows up to 30 cm tall. It is native to China and grows in moist forests, meadows, and along streams.

Uses & Benefits

Huperzia changii is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a ground cover in landscaping.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Huperzia changii has small, white flowers with five petals and yellow anthers. Its seeds are small, round and black. The seedlings are small and have a single pair of cotyledons.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Huperzia changii is a small, evergreen shrub that grows in dry, rocky areas. It can be propagated from cuttings or by seed. Cuttings should be taken from the tips of the branches in early spring or late summer. The cuttings should be planted in a well-draining potting mix and kept in a warm, sunny location. Seeds should be sown in a well-draining potting mix and kept in a warm, sunny location. The seedlings should be transplanted when they are large enough to handle.

Where to Find Huperzia changii

Huperzia changii is native to the tropical and subtropical regions of China.

Huperzia changii FAQ

What is the scientific name of Huperzia changii?

Huperzia changii

What is the natural habitat of Huperzia changii?

Tropical and subtropical moist montane forests

What is the average height of Huperzia changii?

Up to 1 m

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

Ralf Knapp: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Ralf Knapp' in the authors string.
Tung Yu Hsieh: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'T.Y.Hsieh' in the authors string.