Taxonomy

Division:

Lycopodiophyta | - Lycopods

Family:

Lycopodiaceae

Genus:

Huperzia

Species:

Huperzia × buttersii

USDA Symbol:

HUBU

Growth Characteristics

Life Cycle:

Perennial

Growth Habit:

Forb/herb , Shrub , Subshrub

Light Requirements:

Part Shade

Soil Requirements

Soil Type:

moist, well-drained, humus-rich soil

pH:

5.5 - 6.5 (slightly acidic to neutral)

Drainage:

excellent drainage required

Moisture:

consistently moist

Notes:

Prefers shaded, forested environments