Kingdom:
Phylum:
Pteridophytes
Order:
Lycopodiales
Genus:
Species:
serpentiformis
ID:
1226839

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Herter) Rolleri & Deferrari

Source:
tro

Year:
1988

Citation Micro:
Notas Mus. La Plata, Bot. 21, Bot. 100: 156 (1988)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001226177



Common Names

  • Huperzia
  • Serpentiformis Clubmoss
  • Serpentiformis


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Description

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

Uses & Benefits

Huperzia serpentiformis 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 serpentiformis 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 serpentiformis 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 serpentiformis

Huperzia serpentiformis can be found in Madagascar.

Huperzia serpentiformis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Huperzia serpentiformis?

Huperzia serpentiformis

What are the common names of Huperzia serpentiformis?

Serpentiform huperzia, serpentine clubmoss

What is the native range of Huperzia serpentiformis?

North 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

Wilhelm Gustav Franz Herter (1884-1958): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Herter' in the authors string.
Cristina H. Rolleri (d.1988): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Rolleri' in the authors string.
Amelia M. Deferrari: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Deferrari' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:278444-2: Based on the initial data import