Kingdom:
Phylum:
Pteridophytes
Order:
Lycopodiales
Genus:
Species:
pungentifolia
ID:
1119555

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Silveira) B.Øllg.

Source:
tro

Year:
1987

Citation Micro:
Opera Bot. 92: 169. 1987

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001118893



Common Names

  • Huperzia pungentifolia
  • Pungent-leaved Clubmoss
  • Pungent-leaved Fir Clubmoss


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Description

Huperzia pungentifolia (also called clubmoss, among many other common names) is an evergreen, perennial, creeping plant native to the tropical and subtropical regions of Central and South America. It has short, erect stems and linear leaves that are arranged in a whorl. It prefers moist, shady habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Huperzia pungentifolia is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a ground cover. It is also used in traditional Chinese medicine to treat inflammation and pain.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Huperzia pungentifolia has small, yellowish-green flowers. Its seeds are small and black. The seedlings are small and have a single, oval-shaped leaf.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Huperzia pungentifolia is a terrestrial fern native to tropical and subtropical regions of Central and South America. It can be propagated by division or by spores. It prefers moist, well-drained soil and partial to full shade. It is a hardy species that can tolerate temperatures down to 0°F (-18°C).

Where to Find Huperzia pungentifolia

Huperzia pungentifolia is native to the Caribbean and can be found in tropical and subtropical regions of the Americas, including 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

The Plant List v1.1 record tro-26613943: Based on the initial data import
Benjamin Øllgaard (b.1943): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'B.Øllg.' in the authors string.
Alvaro Astolpho da Silveira (1867-1945): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Silveira' in the authors string.