Lycopodiella andicola - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Pteridophytes
Order:
Lycopodiales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
andicola
ID:
1275776
Status:
valid
Authors:
B.Øllg.
Source:
tro
Year:
2004
Citation Micro:
Nordic J. Bot. 23(1): 42 (-45; fig.) (2004)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001275114
Common Names
- Lycopodiella andicola
- Andicola Lycopodiella
- Andicola Clubmoss
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Lycopodiella andicola (also called Andean clubmoss, among many other common names) is a species of clubmoss in the Lycopodiaceae family. It is native to South America. It typically grows in moist, shady areas, such as in forests, along streams, and in rocky areas.
Uses & Benefits
Lycopodiella andicola is used as an ornamental plant and for its medicinal properties, such as to treat fever, headache, and stomachache.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Lycopodiella andicola is small and yellow, with five petals and a yellow center. The seed is small and round, with a black and white striped pattern. The seedlings are small and thin, with bright green leaves.
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Lycopodiella andicola is a perennial herbaceous plant native to South East Asia. It is a member of the family Lycopodiaceae. It is easily propagated from cuttings. Cuttings should be taken from the tips of the stems and planted in a well-draining soil mix. The soil should be kept moist and the cuttings should be kept in a warm, humid environment.
Where to Find Lycopodiella andicola
Lycopodiella andicola is native to Colombia and can be found in the departments of Antioquia and Caldas.
Species in the Lycopodiella genus
Lycopodiella cernua, Lycopodiella affinis, Lycopodiella inundata, Lycopodiella alopecuroides, Lycopodiella brucei, Lycopodiella glaucescens, Lycopodiella copelandii, Lycopodiella prostrata, Lycopodiella pendulina, Lycopodiella appressa, Lycopodiella subappressa, Lycopodiella margueritae, Lycopodiella bradei, Lycopodiella diffusa, Lycopodiella iuliformis, Lycopodiella lateralis, Lycopodiella lehmannii, Lycopodiella riofrioi, Lycopodiella serpentina, Lycopodiella trianae, Lycopodiella camporum, Lycopodiella caroliniana, Lycopodiella contexta, Lycopodiella steyermarkii, Lycopodiella descendens, Lycopodiella longipes, Lycopodiella andicola, Lycopodiella krameriana, Lycopodiella maniculata, Lycopodiella geometra, Lycopodiella duseniana, Lycopodiella veigae, Lycopodiella tupiana, Lycopodiella hydrophila, Lycopodiella tomentosa, Lycopodiella robusta, Lycopodiella sarcocaulon, Lycopodiella curvata,
Species in the Lycopodiaceae family
References
The Plant List v1.1 record tro-50277199: Based on the initial data import
Benjamin Øllgaard (b.1943): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'B.Øllg.' in the authors string.