Kingdom:
Phylum:
Pteridophytes
Order:
Lycopodiales
Species:
japonicum
ID:
748717

Status:
valid

Authors:
Thunb.

Source:
cmp

Year:
1784

Citation Micro:
Syst. Veg. , ed. 14: 944 (1784)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000748050



Common Names

  • Lycopodium Japonicum
  • Japonicum Lycopodium
  • Japanese Clubmoss


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Description

Lycopodium japonicum (also called Japanese Clubmoss, among many other common names) is an evergreen fern with a creeping rhizome and erect fronds. It is native to the Mediterranean region and is found in woodlands and savannas.

Uses & Benefits

Lycopodium japonicum is an attractive ornamental plant used in gardens and landscaping. It is used as a groundcover and can be used to create a low-maintenance garden. It is also used in rock gardens and other areas where it can spread without becoming invasive.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Lycopodium japonicum has small, yellow-green flowers. Its seeds are small and black. The seedlings have a single, heart-shaped cotyledon and a pair of opposite, linear leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Lycopodium japonicum is a perennial herbaceous plant that is propagated by seed. It is best grown in a sunny location in well-drained soil. It is tolerant of drought and can be grown in dry, sandy soils. It is not tolerant of frost and should be protected from cold temperatures. It can be propagated by division of the rootstock in early spring.

Where to Find Lycopodium japonicum

Lycopodium japonicum can be found in Japan, Korea, and eastern China.

Lycopodium japonicum FAQ

What is the scientific name of Lycopodium japonicum?

Lycopodium japonicum

What type of plant is Lycopodium japonicum?

Clubmoss

Where is Lycopodium japonicum found?

Japan

Species in the Lycopodium genus

Lycopodium japonicum, Lycopodium annotinum, Lycopodium casuarinoides, Lycopodium clavatum, Lycopodium complanatum, Lycopodium obscurum, Lycopodium sitchense, Lycopodium veitchii, Lycopodium zanclophyllum, Lycopodium hildebrandtii, Lycopodium alpinum, Lycopodium dendroideum, Lycopodium digitatum, Lycopodium erubescens, Lycopodium sabinaefolium, Lycopodium tristachyum, Lycopodium venustulum, Lycopodium volubile, Lycopodium dubium, Lycopodium alboffii, Lycopodium confertum, Lycopodium gayanum, Lycopodium magellanicum, Lycopodium paniculatum, Lycopodium staudtii, Lycopodium habereri, Lycopodium thyoides, Lycopodium jussiaei, Lycopodium vestitum, Lycopodium madeirense, Lycopodium platyrhizoma, Lycopodium multispicatum, Lycopodium montanum, Lycopodium lagopus, Lycopodium hickeyi, Lycopodium goudotii, Lycopodium juniperoideum, Lycopodium subarcticum, Lycopodium deuterodensum, Lycopodium scariosum, Lycopodium rimbachii, Lycopodium papuanum, Lycopodium fawcettii, Lycopodium nikoense, Lycopodium assurgens, Lycopodium erectum, Lycopodium fastigiatum, Lycopodium cryptomerianum, Lycopodium berggrenii, Lycopodium suffruticosum,

Species in the Lycopodiaceae family

References