Kingdom:
Phylum:
Pteridophytes
Order:
Lycopodiales
Genus:
Species:
nutans
ID:
1316584

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Brack.) Rothm.

Source:
ipni

Year:
1944

Citation Micro:
Feddes Repert. Spec. Nov. Regni Veg. 54: 62 (1944)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001329038



Common Names

  • Huperzia nutans
  • Nodding Huperzia
  • Nodding Clubmoss


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Description

Huperzia nutans (also called Nodding Huperzia, among many other common names) is a small, evergreen fern native to Mexico and Central America. It has small, leathery leaves and small, white flowers that bloom in the spring. It prefers moist, well-drained soils and is often found in tropical and subtropical forests.

Uses & Benefits

Huperzia nutans is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a houseplant. It is also used as a medicinal plant to treat various ailments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Flower: Huperzia nutans has small, white flowers. Seed: The seeds are small and round. Seedlings: The seedlings are small and have a single stem.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Huperzia nutans can be propagated by seed or division. Seeds should be sown in a light, well-drained soil mix. Division is best done in spring or autumn, when the plant is actively growing. Divide the clump into smaller sections, making sure each section has at least one growing point.

Where to Find Huperzia nutans

Huperzia nutans can be found in Mexico and Central America.

Huperzia nutans FAQ

What is the scientific name of Huperzia nutans?

Huperzia nutans

What is the common name of Huperzia nutans?

Nutans Snakeroot

What is the natural habitat of Huperzia nutans?

It is found in tropical and subtropical forests in Mexico, Central America, and South America

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

Werner Rothmaler (1908-1962): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Rothm.' in the authors string.
William Brackenridge (1810-1893): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Brack.' in the authors string.