Uses & Benefits
Lophocolea decurrens has been used as a traditional medicine to treat a variety of ailments, including fever, cough, and cold. It has also been used to reduce inflammation and to improve digestion.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Lophocolea decurrens has small, white flowers that are borne in clusters. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings have a single, undivided leaf.
Cultivation and Propagation
Lophocolea decurrens can be propagated by spores or by division of the plant. The spores should be sown on a moistened substrate, such as peat moss or vermiculite, and kept in a warm, humid environment. The plants should be kept in a bright, indirect light and watered regularly. The soil should be kept moist, but not soggy.