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lycopodium obscurum

 

Definitions from WordNet

Noun lycopodium obscurum has 1 sense
  1. ground fir, princess pine, tree clubmoss, Lycopodium obscurum - a variety of clubmoss
    --1 is a kind of ground pine, Christmas green

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Lycopodium obscurum

Description

Lycopodium obscurum, commonly known as groundpine or tree clubmoss, is a species of perennial evergreen plant belonging to the family Lycopodiaceae. It is native to North America and can be found in moist woodlands, swamps, and shaded areas. This plant is characterized by its long trailing stems, scale-like leaves, and cone-like structures called strobili. It is often used for decorative purposes and has some medicinal properties.

Senses and Usages

Noun - Plant

Lycopodium obscurum is a versatile plant that can be used in various ways. Its lush green foliage and unique structures make it a popular choice for creating ornamental arrangements and terrariums. This plant is also known for its flammable spores, which were historically used as flash powder in early photography. Some people also believe that Lycopodium obscurum has certain medicinal properties and use it in herbal remedies.

Sample Sentence:

"I bought a beautiful Lycopodium obscurum plant to decorate my living room."

Noun - Spore

The spores of Lycopodium obscurum, known as Lycopodium powder, are highly flammable and can be used for various purposes. In the past, these spores were commonly used in fireworks, theatrical effects, and as a flash powder for photography. Some laboratories also use Lycopodium obscurum spores to demonstrate particle flow and dispersion phenomena due to their fine nature.

Sample Sentence:

"The magician sprinkled Lycopodium obscurum spores into the flame, creating a mesmerizing fireball on the stage."

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