Kingdom:
Phylum:
Pteridophytes
Order:
Lycopodiales
Genus:
Species:
colanensis
ID:
1221713

Status:
valid

Authors:
B.Øllg.

Source:
tro

Year:
1994

Citation Micro:
Fieldiana, Bot. 34(6): 31 (1994)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001221051



Common Names

  • Huperzia colanensis
  • Colan Huperzia
  • Colan Clubmoss


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Description

Huperzia colanensis (also called Colan Huperzia, among many other common names) is a clubmoss species native to Central and South America. It has alternate, linear-lanceolate leaves and small, white flowers. It is found in tropical and subtropical moist montane forests, often in shady, humid areas.

Uses & Benefits

Huperzia colanensis is used as an ornamental plant, for erosion control, and as a medicinal plant.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Huperzia colanensis is a small, white, five-petaled flower with yellow anthers. The seed is a small, black, oval-shaped seed. The seedlings are small, green, and have a single, oval-shaped leaf.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Huperzia colanensis is a hardy perennial that is easy to cultivate and propagate. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. Propagation is best done by division of the root clumps in spring or by seed. Seeds should be sown in spring in a well-drained soil mix and kept moist until germination.

Where to Find Huperzia colanensis

Huperzia colanensis is native to tropical Asia, from India to China and Japan. It can be found in moist, evergreen forests.

Huperzia colanensis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Huperzia colanensis?

Huperzia colanensis

What is the common name of Huperzia colanensis?

Colan Huperzia

What is the natural habitat of Huperzia colanensis?

Forests of South America

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