Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Sapindales
Species:
anacardifolius
ID:
657306

Status:
valid

Authors:
C.Y.Wu & T.L.Ming

Source:
cmp

Year:
1979

Citation Micro:
Fl. Yunnanica 2: 413 (1979)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000656638

Common Names

  • Anacardium Carpetweed
  • Drimycarpus anacardifolius
  • Anacardium Carpetweed

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Description

Drimycarpus anacardifolius (also called Anacardium-leaved clubmoss, among many other common names) is a species of clubmoss native to tropical Africa. It is a small, evergreen, perennial herb with a creeping habit, growing to 15 cm tall by 30 cm wide. It is found in grassland, open woodland, and rocky slopes in its native regions.

Uses & Benefits

Drimycarpus anacardifolius is used as a medicinal plant to treat various ailments, including fever, headache, and stomachache. It is also used as a natural insect repellent and to make dyes for fabrics.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flowers of Drimycarpus anacardifolius are small, yellowish-green, and inconspicuous. The seeds are small, black, and round. The seedlings are small, with long, narrow leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Drimycarpus anacardifolius is a shrub or small tree that can reach up to 8 m in height. It can be propagated from seed, which should be sown in a well-drained soil mix and kept moist until germination. Cuttings can also be taken from mature plants.

Where to Find Drimycarpus anacardifolius

Drimycarpus anacardifolius is native to the Mediterranean region, including Spain, France, Italy, and Greece.

Drimycarpus anacardifolius FAQ

What is the common name of Drimycarpus anacardifolius?

Anacardifolius Wood Fern

What type of plant is Drimycarpus anacardifolius?

Fern

What is the scientific name of Drimycarpus anacardifolius?

Drimycarpus anacardifolius

Species in the Anacardiaceae family

Abrahamia buxifolia, Abrahamia thouvenotii, Abrahamia littoralis, Abrahamia latifolia, Abrahamia minutifolia, Abrahamia ditimena, Abrahamia betamponensis, Abrahamia capuronii, Abrahamia delphinensis, Abrahamia ellipticarpa, Abrahamia elongata, Abrahamia itromoensis, Abrahamia turkii, Abrahamia deflexa, Abrahamia grandidieri, Abrahamia humbertii, Abrahamia ibityensis, Abrahamia lecomtei, Abrahamia lenticellata, Abrahamia lokobensis, Abrahamia longipetiolata, Abrahamia louvelii, Abrahamia nitida, Abrahamia oblongifolia, Abrahamia pauciflora, Abrahamia phillipsonii, Abrahamia sambiranensis, Abrahamia sericea, Abrahamia suarezensis, Abrahamia viguieri, Abrahamia revoluta, Abrahamia antongilensis, Abrahamia darainensis, Abrahamia patrickii, Actinocheita filicina, Allospondias lakonensis, Allospondias laxiflora, Amphipterygium simplicifolium, Amphipterygium adstringens, Amphipterygium amplifolium, Amphipterygium glaucum, Amphipterygium molle, Anacardium amapaense, Anacardium amilcarianum, Anacardium brasiliense, Anacardium caracolii, Anacardium corymbosum, Anacardium curatellifolium, Anacardium excelsum, Anacardium fruticosum,

References

The Plant List v1.1 record kew-2777880: Based on the initial data import
Wu Zhengyi (1916-2013): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'C.Y.Wu' in the authors string.
Tien Lu Ming (b.1937): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'T.L.Ming' in the authors string.