Status:
valid
Authors:
Fraser-Jenk.
Source:
ipni
Year:
2015
Citation Micro:
Indian J. Forest. 38(4): 336 (2015)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001345066
Description
Huperzia meghalaica (also called 'Meghalaya Huperzia', among many other common names) is a species of fern native to India. It is a medium-sized evergreen fern with leathery, lance-shaped fronds that grow up to 40 cm long. It prefers moist, shady habitats such as woodlands, forests, and shady rock crevices.
Uses & Benefits
Huperzia meghalaica is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and is known for its attractive foliage and flowers.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Huperzia meghalaica is a small, yellow-green or white flower with three petals. The seed is a small, dark brown seed with a smooth surface. The seedlings are small, dark green and have a single, upright stem.
Cultivation and Propagation
Huperzia meghalaica is a tropical fern that prefers partial shade and moist, well-draining soil. It can be propagated by spores or division. Spores should be sown in a moist, well-draining soil mix and kept moist. Division should be done in the spring or fall, and the divisions should be planted in a moist, well-draining soil mix.
Where to Find Huperzia meghalaica
Huperzia meghalaica is native to India and can be found in moist, shady 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