Daggerleaf Clubmoss
Huperzia phyllantha
- Native to:
- Andaman Is., Borneo, Caroline Is., Fiji, Hawaii, India, Malaya, New Caledonia, Nicobar Is., Philippines, Samoa, Sri Lanka, United States, Vanuatu
Forest and Kim Starr (www.flickr.com)
Taxonomy
- Division:
- Lycopodiophyta | - Lycopods
- Family:
- Lycopodiaceae
- Genus:
- Huperzia
- Species:
- Huperzia phyllantha
- USDA Symbol:
- HUPH
Growth Characteristics
- Life Cycle:
- Perennial
- Growth Habit:
- Forb/herb , Shrub , Subshrub
- Light Requirements:
- Part Shade
Soil Requirements
- Soil Type:
- rich, well-drained loamy soil
- pH:
- 5.5 - 6.5 (slightly acidic to neutral)
- Drainage:
- excellent drainage required
- Moisture:
- consistently moist
- Notes:
- thrives in humid, shaded environments