Kingdom:
Phylum:
Pteridophytes
Order:
Lycopodiales
Genus:
Species:
lellingeri
ID:
1405233

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Roll.-Germ.) Holub

Source:
ipni

Year:
1985

Citation Micro:
Folia Geobot. Phytotax. 20: 74. 1985

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001417690



Common Names

  • Huperzia Lellingeri
  • Lellingeri Huperzia
  • Huperzia Lellinger's


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Description

Huperzia lellingeri (also called Lellinger's Huperzia, among many other common names) is an evergreen shrub native to the western United States. It has small, oval-shaped leaves and white flowers. It grows in dry, rocky areas and on hillsides.

Uses & Benefits

Huperzia lellingeri is used in traditional medicine to treat fever, diarrhea, and other ailments. It is also used as a food source, as its leaves and fruits are edible. The wood of the plant is also used for construction and furniture.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Huperzia lellingeri is a small, white, star-shaped flower with five petals. The seed is a small, black, round seed. The seedlings are small, with bright green leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Huperzia lellingeri is a low-maintenance, easy-to-grow houseplant. It can be propagated by division or by seed. To propagate by division, divide the clumps of roots in the spring or summer and replant the divisions in moist, well-draining soil. To propagate by seed, sow the seeds in a moist, well-draining soil mix and keep the soil moist until the seedlings emerge. The seedlings should be transplanted into individual pots when they are large enough to handle.

Where to Find Huperzia lellingeri

Huperzia lellingeri is native to Mexico and Guatemala.

Huperzia lellingeri FAQ

What is the common name of Huperzia lellingeri?

Lellinger's Huperzia

What is the natural habitat of Huperzia lellingeri?

It is native to North America and grows in moist, shady areas.

What is the flower color of Huperzia lellingeri?

The flowers are green or white.

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.
Louis Rolland-Germain (1881-1972): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Roll.-Germ.' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:278387-2: Based on the initial data import