Prionodon lycopodioides - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Hypnanae
Order:
Hypnales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
lycopodioides
ID:
1171606
Status:
valid
Authors:
Hampe
Source:
tro
Year:
1863
Citation Micro:
Linnaea 32: 150 1863
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001170944
Common Names
- Lycopodioides Prionodon
- Clubmoss-like Prionodon
- Clubmoss-like Civet
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Prionodon lycopodioides (also called the Lycopodioides linsang, among many other common names) is a small carnivorous mammal native to Southeast Asia. It has a slender body, short legs, and a long tail. It is found in tropical and subtropical forests and is usually active at night.
Uses & Benefits
Prionodon lycopodioides is used as an ornamental plant and is also used in traditional medicine for its anti-inflammatory and antiseptic properties.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Prionodon lycopodioides is a small yellow flower with five petals. The seed is a small, dark brown seed with a smooth surface. The seedlings are small, green and have a single stem with two leaves.
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Prionodon lycopodioides is a species of small, nocturnal, terrestrial mammal in the family Viverridae. It is native to India and Nepal. It is a solitary animal that is found in tropical and subtropical dry forests and scrublands. It can be propagated through seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-draining soil mix and kept moist. Cuttings should be taken from healthy plants and rooted in a moist soil mix.
Where to Find Prionodon lycopodioides
Prionodon lycopodioides can be found in India, in Nepal, and in Sri Lanka.
Species in the Prionodon genus
Species in the Prionodontaceae family
References
Georg Ernst Ludwig Hampe (1795-1880): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Hampe' in the authors string.
The Bryophyte Nomenclator: Based on data supplied by Bryonames
Tropicos record: 35142896: Based on data supplied by Bryonames