Kingdom:
Phylum:
Pteridophytes
Order:
Lycopodiales
Genus:
Species:
niligarica
ID:
1226797

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Spring) R.D.Dixit

Source:
tro

Year:
1981

Citation Micro:
J. Bombay Nat. Hist. Soc. 77(3): 541 (1981)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001226135



Common Names

  • Huperzia
  • Niligarica Clubmoss
  • Niligarica


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Description

Huperzia niligarica (also called Nilgiri Huperzia, among many other common names) is a small, evergreen, creeping plant with needle-like leaves. It is native to India, and is found in moist, shady forests.

Uses & Benefits

Huperzia niligarica is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and landscapes. It is also used as a windbreak and for erosion control.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Huperzia niligarica has small, greenish-brown flowers. The seeds are small and round, and the seedlings are light green with a single cotyledon.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Huperzia niligarica is a fern that can be propagated by spores or division. Spores should be sown on a sterile, moist medium and kept in a warm, humid environment until germination. Division should be done in the spring or early summer. The divisions should be planted in a moist, well-drained potting mix.

Where to Find Huperzia niligarica

Huperzia niligarica can be found in Madagascar.

Huperzia niligarica FAQ

What is the scientific name of Huperzia niligarica?

Huperzia niligarica

What are the common names of Huperzia niligarica?

Niligarica huperzia, Nilgiri clubmoss

What is the native range of Huperzia niligarica?

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-50047811: Based on the initial data import
Ram Das Dixit (1942-2006): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'R.D.Dixit' in the authors string.
Antoine Frédéric Spring (1814-1872): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Spring' in the authors string.