Lycopodium
Lycopodium, commonly known as clubmoss, is a fascinating genus of ancient vascular plants. Often used in traditional medicine and botanical studies, these non-flowering species are distinguished by their spore-bearing cones. Renowned for their unique evolutionary history, they offer significant interest in both ecological research and historical herbalism.
- Scientific name: Lycopodium
- Family: Lycopodiaceae
- Native range: Europe
Taxonomical Classification
This plant belongs to the kingdom Plantae and is classified under the phylum Streptophyta within the class Equisetopsida. It is further categorized into the subclass Lycopodiidae and the order Lycopodiales. Finally, it is a member of the family Lycopodiaceae, specifically within the genus Lycopodium.
| Rank | Classification | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Kingdom | Plantae | WCVP |
| Phylum | Streptophyta | WCVP |
| Class | Equisetopsida | WCVP |
| Subclass | Lycopodiidae | WCVP |
| Order | Lycopodiales | WCVP |
| Family | Lycopodiaceae | WCVP |
| Genus | Lycopodium | WCVP |
Distribution
This plant exhibits a specific geographical distribution concentrated within the northern regions of Europe. Its presence can be documented across various territories, including Denmark and Finland. The species is also found in the island regions of Iceland and the Førøya Islands. Additionally, its range extends through the diverse landscapes of Great Britain. Together, these locations define the primary northern habitats where Lycopodium is located.
| Region | Area | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Northern Europe | Denmark | WCVP |
| Northern Europe | Finland | WCVP |
| Northern Europe | Føroyar | WCVP |
| Northern Europe | Great Britain | WCVP |
| Northern Europe | Iceland | WCVP |
| Northern Europe | Ireland | WCVP |
| Northern Europe | Norway | WCVP |
| Northern Europe | Sweden | WCVP |
| Middle Europe | Austria | WCVP |
| Middle Europe | Belgium | WCVP |
Chemicals
Lycopodium has 1 reported phytochemicals identified across 1 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported chemicals include huperzine A.
- Total chemicals
- 1
- Scientific sources
- 1
Most Reported Compounds
| Compound | Sources | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| huperzine A | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |