Kingdom:
Phylum:
Pteridophytes
Order:
Lycopodiales
Genus:
Species:
heterocarpon
ID:
1281907

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Fée) Holub

Source:
tro

Year:
1985

Citation Micro:
Folia Geobot. Phytotax. 20: 73 (1985)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001281245



Common Names

  • Huperzia heterocarpon
  • False Clubmoss
  • Heterocarpon Clubmoss


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Description

Huperzia heterocarpon (also called False Clubmoss, among many other common names) is an evergreen perennial native to North America. It has a creeping habit, with stems growing up to 30 cm long and bearing ovate leaves up to 2 cm long. It is found in moist forests and along streams.

Uses & Benefits

Huperzia heterocarpon is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a houseplant. It is also used in traditional medicine to treat various ailments such as fever, pain, and inflammation.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Huperzia heterocarpon is a white or yellowish-white, 5-petaled flower with a diameter of 2-3 cm. The seed is a flat, brown, oval-shaped seed with a length of 1-2 cm. The seedlings are small, green and have two cotyledons.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Huperzia heterocarpon is a slow-growing, shade-tolerant fern that can be propagated from spores or division. It prefers partial shade and moist, well-drained soil. It can be grown in a variety of soils, including sandy and clay soils. It is tolerant of salt and can be grown in coastal areas. Spores should be sown in a warm, moist soil and kept moist until germination. Divisions should be taken from mature, healthy plants and planted in a well-drained soil. They should be kept moist until they are established.

Where to Find Huperzia heterocarpon

Huperzia heterocarpon is native to South America, particularly in Brazil, Colombia, Ecuador, and Peru.

Huperzia heterocarpon FAQ

What is the scientific name of Huperzia heterocarpon?

Huperzia heterocarpon

What type of plant is Huperzia heterocarpon?

Huperzia heterocarpon is a fern

Where is Huperzia heterocarpon native to?

Huperzia heterocarpon is native to India

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

The Plant List v1.1 record tro-50313168: Based on the initial data import
Josef Holub (1930-1999): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Holub' in the authors string.
Antoine Laurent Apollinaire Fée (1789-1874): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Fée' in the authors string.