In coconut groves The spores are used as a laxative.
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uses
The spores are used as a laxative.
family
Psilotaceae
synonym
Lycopodium nudum L., Psilotum triquetrum Sw. to
description
Erect to pendent terrestrial or epiphytic herbs; aerial stem yellow-green, ridged, rhizome branching, creeping. Aerial shoots erect, firm or sometimes flaccid in shaded situations, branched repeatedly in different planes in the upper part. Branches prominently 3x7-ribbed, subterete in cross- section, to 4.5 mm diam; stomata restricted to furrows between ribs. Sterile leaves restricted to ribs, subspiral, 1x2.5 mm long, terete, pale yellow, translucent towards the × tips. Synangia 1.5 - 2 2 -2.5 mm. Reproductive structures: Occur throughout or the year