Kingdom:
Phylum:
Pteridophytes
Order:
Lycopodiales
Genus:
Species:
phlegmaria
ID:
1110755

Status:
valid

Authors:
(L.) Rothm.

Source:
tro

Year:
1944

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

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001110093



Common Names

  • Phlegmaria Huperzia
  • Huperzia Phlegmaria
  • Phlegmaria Clubmoss


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Description

Huperzia phlegmaria (also called Slender Clubmoss, among many other common names) is a small, evergreen, perennial plant native to the Mediterranean region and parts of Africa and Asia. It is found in dry, rocky habitats, and has a creeping habit with small, bright green, needle-like leaves.

Uses & Benefits

Huperzia phlegmaria is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and is also used as a groundcover in shady areas.

Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species

Huperzia phlegmaria var. tardieuae (Herter) Tardieu

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Huperzia phlegmaria is a small, yellowish-green, bell-shaped flower. The seed is a small, round, black seed. The seedlings are small, green, and have a single, long, slender leaf.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Huperzia phlegmaria is a terrestrial fern that is native to tropical regions of the world. It can be propagated by spores or division. It prefers moist, well-drained soil and partial shade. It should be watered regularly and fertilized occasionally.

Where to Find Huperzia phlegmaria

Huperzia phlegmaria is native to Asia, Europe, and North America. It is found in moist, shady areas, such as in forests and along stream banks.

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-26603438: Based on the initial data import
Carl Linnaeus (1707-1778): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'L.' in the authors string.
Werner Rothmaler (1908-1962): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Rothm.' in the authors string.