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Genus Lycopodium

Definition:

The term "genus Lycopodium" refers to a group of plants belonging to the family Lycopodiaceae. These plants are low-growing, evergreen, and have needle-like leaves. The genus Lycopodium is commonly known as clubmoss or ground pine.

Senses:

Sense 1:

(Botany) The taxonomic category that includes various species of low-growing, evergreen plants with needle-like leaves, belonging to the family Lycopodiaceae.

Example: Lycopodium clavatum is a species of the genus Lycopodium commonly found in forests.

Usages:

Usage 1:

(Herbal medicine) The dried spores of Lycopodium plants, used in herbal medicine for their absorbent and anti-inflammatory properties.

Example: To relieve skin irritation, a poultice made from genus Lycopodium can be applied topically.

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• Clubmoss Seeds
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