Azorean Clubmoss
Huperzia suberecta (Lowe) Tardieu
Huperzia suberecta (Lowe) Tardieu is a species in the Lycopodiaceae family, commonly known as Azorean Clubmoss. It is native to the Azores, with records from islands including Corvo, Faial, Flores, Pico, São Jorge, São Miguel, and Terceira, as well as Madeira. Its distribution extends beyond the region, with a global presence.
Description
Huperzia suberecta is a member of the Lycopodiaceae, a family of clubmosses. The species is primarily found in the Azores and Madeira, where it occurs on several islands. It has also been documented in other parts of the world, indicating a broader geographic range. The plant is known by the common name Azorean Clubmoss in English and in the target language. The scientific name was published in 1970 by Tardieu, based on earlier work by Lowe.
Other common names
Azorean Clubmoss
Distribution
Açores · Madeira · Corvo Island · Faial Island · Flores Island · Pico Island · São Jorge Island · São Miguel Island · Terceira Island · Madeira Island · Global · Azores
Synonyms
Urostachys suberectusLycopodium suberectumLycopodium selago var. suberectumHuperzia selago subsp. suberectaLycopodium selago subsp. suberectum