Kingdom:
Phylum:
Pteridophytes
Order:
Lycopodiales
Genus:
Species:
continentalis
ID:
1335250

Status:
valid

Authors:
Testo, A.Haines & A.V.Gilman

Source:
ipni

Year:
2016

Citation Micro:
Syst. Bot. 41(4): 894 (2016)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001347704



Common Names

  • Huperzia continentalis
  • Continental Huperzia
  • Huperzia continentalis


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Description

Huperzia continentalis (also called 'Continental Huperzia', among many other common names) is a fern species native to North America. It is a small, terrestrial fern with up to five fronds and a maximum height of about 30 cm. It has green fronds and yellowish-green spores. It is found in moist, shady habitats in North America.

Uses & Benefits

Huperzia continentalis is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a source of food.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Huperzia continentalis has small, white flowers with yellow anthers. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings are small and thin.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Huperzia continentalis is an evergreen shrub that can be propagated from seed or cuttings. It prefers moist, well-drained soil in full sun or partial shade. To propagate from seed, sow the seeds in a moist, well-drained soil and keep the soil moist until germination. To propagate from cuttings, take semi-ripe cuttings in the summer and root them in a moist, well-drained soil. Keep the soil moist until the cuttings are established.

Where to Find Huperzia continentalis

Huperzia continentalis is native to South America and can be found in moist, forested areas.

Huperzia continentalis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Huperzia continentalis?

Huperzia continentalis

What is the common name of Huperzia continentalis?

Continentalis

What is the natural habitat of Huperzia continentalis?

Tropical and subtropical moist lowland forests

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

Arthur Haines: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'A.Haines' in the authors string.
Arthur V. Gilman: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'A.V.Gilman' in the authors string.
Weston L. Testo: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Testo' in the authors string.