![]() ![]() However, it is important to note that due to over-harvesting for commercial purposes and habitat loss from human activities like deforestation and agriculture development or emission of carbon dioxide into the environment through increased greenhouse gas emissions Lycopodium clavatum populations have declined significantly in recent years making the need for conservation efforts more crucial than ever before. Nick Upton / Marsh clubmoss / Northern bog clubmoss (Lycopodiella inundata) growing on boggy heathland, Dorset, UK, August. In addition to its medicinal properties, Lycopodium clavatum has been used for industrial purposes such as manufacturing explosives and as a lubricant in machinery due to its high oil content. The plant has a long history of use as a medicinal herb for treating ailments such as kidney diseases, respiratory problems, and ulcers. It is found in various parts of the world, including North America, Europe, and Asia. Lycopodium clavatum, also referred to as clubmoss, is a species of perennial herbaceous plant that belongs to the Lycopodiaceae family. The image is sourced from Köhler's Medicinal Plants of 1887. This is a digital image of Lycopodium clavatum, with yhe common name Common club moss. ![]()
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