Kingdom:
Phylum:
Pteridophytes
Order:
Lycopodiales
Genus:
Species:
crebra
ID:
1315940

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Alderw.) Holub

Source:
ipni

Year:
1985

Citation Micro:
Folia Geobot. Phytotax. 20(1): 71 (1985)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001328394



Common Names

  • Huperzia crebra
  • Crebra Clubmoss
  • Crebra's Fir Clubmoss


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Description

Huperzia crebra (also called Crebra Clubmoss, among many other common names) is a species of clubmoss in the Lycopodiaceae family. It is native to China and Japan. It typically grows in moist forests and grassy mountain slopes.

Uses & Benefits

Huperzia crebra is a species of clubmoss. It is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and is also used to make herbal remedies.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Flower: Tiny, yellow-green flowers in clusters of up to 5. Seed: Tiny, round, brown seeds. Seedlings: Have a single pair of cotyledons.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Huperzia crebra is a species of clubmoss native to eastern North America. It is a small, evergreen, perennial plant that grows in moist, shady areas. It is propagated by spores and can be grown in containers or in the ground. It prefers a moist, well-drained soil and partial shade. It can be propagated by division or by cuttings taken in spring or early summer.

Where to Find Huperzia crebra

Huperzia crebra can be found in India.

Huperzia crebra FAQ

What is the scientific name of Huperzia crebra?

Huperzia crebra

What is the common name of Huperzia crebra?

Creeping clubmoss

What is the natural habitat of Huperzia crebra?

Forests and grasslands

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

Josef Holub (1930-1999): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Holub' in the authors string.
Cornelis Rugier Willem Karel van Alderwerelt van Rosenburgh (1863-1936): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Alderw.' in the authors string.