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Description
Lycopodiella Inundata is a species of fern that grows in damp areas such as marshes, swamps, and wetlands. It is commonly known as bog clubmoss or marsh clubmoss. This plant typically grows to a height of 5-30 cm and has a creeping or prostrate habit. It has bright green, needle-like leaves that grow in whorls around the stem. The plant does not produce flowers or seeds, but reproduces through spores.
Taxonomic Information
| Domain | Eukaryota |
|---|---|
| Kingdom | Plantae |
| Phylum | Tracheophyta |
| Class | Lycopodiopsida |
| Order | Lycopodiales |
| Family | Lycopodiaceae |
| Genus | Lycopodiella |
Appearance
Lycopodiella Inundata has bright green, needle-like leaves that are arranged in whorls around the stem. The stem is creeping or prostrate and can grow up to 30 cm long. The plant does not produce flowers or seeds, but reproduces through spores. The spores are produced in cones or strobili that grow on separate stalks from the leaves. The cones are typically brown and about 1 cm long.
Care Guide
Lycopodiella Inundata prefers damp soil and requires regular watering to keep the soil moist. It can tolerate partial shade but thrives in full sun. It does not require fertilization but benefits from occasional feeding with a balanced fertilizer. The plant is hardy in USDA Zones 5-9.
Common Pests & Diseases
Lycopodiella Inundata is generally not prone to pests or diseases. However, it can be susceptible to fungal infections if the soil is too damp or if it is planted in poorly draining soil.
Habitat
Lycopodiella Inundata is native to North America and can be found in damp areas such as marshes, swamps, and wetlands. It prefers acidic soil and can tolerate waterlogged soil for extended periods of time.
Question and Answer
Q: How often should I water Lycopodiella Inundata?
A: Lycopodiella Inundata prefers damp soil and should be watered regularly to keep the soil moist.
Q: Does Lycopodiella Inundata require fertilization?
A: Lycopodiella Inundata does not require fertilization but benefits from occasional feeding with a balanced fertilizer.
Q: What is the hardiness zone for Lycopodiella Inundata?
A: Lycopodiella Inundata is hardy in USDA Zones 5-9.
Q: What is the reproduction method of Lycopodiella Inundata?
A: Lycopodiella Inundata reproduces through spores that are produced in cones or strobili that grow on separate stalks from the leaves.
Related Plants
- Lycopodiella Alopecuroides
- Lycopodiella Annotated
- Lycopodiella Cernua
- Lycopodiella Inclinata
- Lycopodiella Marginalis
References
- USDA Plants Database: Lycopodiella Inundata – https://plants.usda.gov/core/profile?symbol=LYIN
- Missouri Botanical Garden: Lycopodiella Inundata – http://www.missouribotanicalgarden.org/PlantFinder/PlantFinderDetails.aspx?kempercode=h890
