Status:
valid
Authors:
(A.C.Medeiros & W.H.Wagner) Kartesz
Source:
ipni
Year:
1999
Citation Micro:
Synth. N. Amer. Fl., nomencl. innov. Nomencl. Innov.: n.° 14 (1999)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001327527
Common Names
- Huperzia stemmermanniae
- Stemmermann's Huperzia
- Stemmermann's Fir-moss
Description
Huperzia stemmermanniae (also called Stemmermann’s Huperzia, among many other common names) is a small fern that grows up to 30-60 cm in height. It has long, lance-shaped fronds and is native to Brazil. It is found in humid, tropical forests.
Uses & Benefits
Huperzia stemmermanniae is used as an ornamental grass, for erosion control, and as a soil stabilizer.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Huperzia stemmermanniae has small, yellow-green flowers with four petals. The seeds are small, round and black. The seedlings have a single cotyledon and are small and yellow-green.
Cultivation and Propagation
Huperzia stemmermanniae is a small evergreen shrub native to China. It is propagated by seed or cuttings. For seed propagation, sow the seeds in a well-drained, sandy soil and keep them moist. For cuttings, take semi-hardwood cuttings in late summer or early autumn and root them in a sandy soil. Keep the soil moist and provide adequate light.
Where to Find Huperzia stemmermanniae
Huperzia stemmermanniae can be found in the western United States, including California, Oregon, and Washington.
Huperzia stemmermanniae FAQ
What is the scientific name of Huperzia stemmermanniae?
Huperzia stemmermanniae
What type of plant is Huperzia stemmermanniae?
It is a clubmoss.
Where is Huperzia stemmermanniae found?
It is found in the Philippines.
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
Arthur C. Medeiros: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'A.C.Medeiros' in the authors string.