Kingdom:
Phylum:
Pteridophytes
Order:
Lycopodiales
Genus:
Species:
martii
ID:
1281910

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Wawra) Holub

Source:
tro

Year:
1985

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

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001281248



Common Names

  • Huperzia martii
  • Mart's Clubmoss
  • Mart's False Clubmoss


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Description

Huperzia martii (also called Mart's Huperzia, among many other common names) is a perennial herb native to India, China, and Southeast Asia. It is found in tropical and subtropical regions, typically in wet habitats such as stream banks, swamps, and marshes.

Uses & Benefits

Huperzia martii 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 martii 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 martii is a tropical evergreen fern native to India and Sri Lanka. It can be propagated by spores or division. Spores should be sown on a moist, well-draining soil mix and kept at a temperature of around 25°C. Division should be done in spring or autumn and the divisions should be planted in a moist, well-draining soil mix. The plant prefers bright, indirect light and should be kept moist but not wet.

Where to Find Huperzia martii

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

Huperzia martii FAQ

What is the scientific name of Huperzia martii?

Huperzia martii

What type of plant is Huperzia martii?

Huperzia martii is a fern

Where is Huperzia martii native to?

Huperzia martii 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-50313171: Based on the initial data import
Josef Holub (1930-1999): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Holub' in the authors string.
Heinrich Wawra von Fernsee (1831-1887): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Wawra' in the authors string.