Kingdom:
Phylum:
Pteridophytes
Order:
Lycopodiales
Genus:
Species:
holstii
ID:
1277217

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Hieron.) Pic.Serm.

Source:
tro

Year:
1968

Citation Micro:
Webbia 23: 163 (1968)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001276555


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Description

Huperzia holstii (also called 'Holst's Clubmoss', among many other common names) is a species of lycopod in the Huperziaceae family. It is native to Central and South America, and is found in tropical rainforests, montane forests, and disturbed habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Huperzia holstii is used in traditional Chinese medicine to treat fever, headache, and sore throat. It is also used as an ornamental plant in gardens and is known for its bright yellow flowers.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Huperzia holstii has yellow flowers with a diameter of about 2 cm. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings are small and have a single pair of leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Huperzia holstii is an epiphytic fern that can be propagated by spores or division. It prefers moist, well-drained soils in partial shade. It can be grown from spores, but it can take up to two years for the plant to reach maturity. It can also be propagated by division in the spring or fall.

Where to Find Huperzia holstii

Huperzia holstii can be found in the Holst region of Germany.

Huperzia holstii FAQ

What is the scientific name of Huperzia holstii?

Huperzia holstii

What is the family of Huperzia holstii?

Lycopodiaceae

Where is Huperzia holstii found?

Central America

Species in the Huperzia genus

Huperzia javanica, Huperzia parksii, Huperzia drummondii, Huperzia mildbraedii, Huperzia suberecta, Huperzia pecten, Huperzia gagnepainiana, Huperzia cavifolia, Huperzia verticillata, Huperzia pichiana, Huperzia saururus, Huperzia stricta, Huperzia humbertii-henrici, Huperzia gnidioides, Huperzia squarrosa, Huperzia curiosa, Huperzia trigona, Huperzia obtusifolia, Huperzia rubrica, Huperzia ophioglossoides, Huperzia perreriana, Huperzia megastachya, Huperzia xiphophylla, Huperzia phlegmaria, Huperzia selago, Huperzia crassa, Huperzia dichotoma, Huperzia reflexa, Huperzia taxifolia, Huperzia hartwegiana, Huperzia arcuata, Huperzia cuneifolia, Huperzia eversa, Huperzia hippuridea, Huperzia molongensis, Huperzia rosenstockiana, Huperzia subulata, Huperzia tenuis, Huperzia tetragona, Huperzia weberbaueri, Huperzia wilsonii, Huperzia lucidula, Huperzia cruenta, Huperzia saururoides, Huperzia ceylanica, Huperzia sulcinervia, Huperzia hoffmannii, Huperzia appalachiana, Huperzia haleakalae, Huperzia miyoshiana,

Species in the Lycopodiaceae family

References

The Plant List v1.1 record tro-50288929: Based on the initial data import
Georg Hans Emmo Wolfgang Hieronymus (1846-1921): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Hieron.' in the authors string.
Rodolfo Emilio Giuseppe Pichi-Sermolli (1912-2005): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Pic.Serm.' in the authors string.