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Lycopodium Powder, Dragon'S Breath, Club Moss Spores

Fluffy powder for fire effects and dyeing.

Article code
LYCOP1
CAS
8023-70-9, commonly associated with commercial lycopodium powder
Grade
Technical / Performance Grade
Category
Natural

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Properties

Article / SKU
LYCOP1
Product Name
Lycopodium Powder
Material Type
Natural spore powder
Source
Club mosses and related lycophyte botanical sources
Appearance
Very lightweight, fluffy powder
Color
Pale yellow to yellow-tan
Apparent Density
Approximately 0.4 g/mL - 0.5 g/mL, depending on lot
Grade
Technical / Performance Grade
CAS Number
8023-70-9, commonly associated with commercial lycopodium powder
Molecular Formula
Not applicable. Natural biological material with no single molecular formula.
Botanical Identification
General commercial lycopodium powder; individual species, subspecies, cultivar, or botanical origin is not guaranteed unless documented for the lot.
Natural Lot Variations
Spore size, surface morphology, exine ornamentation, apparent density, color, botanical source, and microscopic appearance may vary.
Reference Standard Status
Not sold as a certified palynological, taxonomic, botanical, forensic, or analytical reference standard.
Synonyms
Lycopodium Powder; Club Moss Spore Powder; Club Moss Spores; Dragon's Breath Powder; Vegetable Sulfur; Natural Flash Powder; Lycopode

Packaging options

  • 1 Lb
  • 3 Ounces
  • 55 Lbs
  • 10 Lbs

Details

Lycopodium Powder, also known as club moss spore powder, Dragon's Breath powder, vegetable sulfur, or Natural Flash Powder, is a pale yellow, extremely lightweight natural spore powder traditionally used for demonstrations, special effects, educational applications, and other general-purpose uses. Commercial lycopodium powder may be sourced from spores of club mosses and related lycophyte species. Because botanical source, species, morphology, density, and particle characteristics may vary by supplier and production lot, this product is sold as general-purpose Lycopodium Powder and is not represented as a botanically certified reference material for species-specific identification. The powder has a very low apparent density and disperses easily in air. When finely dispersed and exposed to an ignition source, airborne powder can burn rapidly and produce a visible flash or flame effect. This property has historically made lycopodium powder useful in theatrical demonstrations and controlled special-effects applications.

This product is a natural, lightweight spore powder with a pale yellow appearance, very low apparent density, and easy dispersibility. It is traditionally used for controlled flame demonstrations and special effects and is suitable for general technical, educational, and demonstration applications. Botanical source and spore morphology may vary between lots.

Botanical Source Notice: This product is supplied as commercial Lycopodium Powder. The term "lycopodium powder" is used commercially for natural spore powders derived from club mosses and related lycophyte botanical sources. Unless specifically stated in lot documentation, no individual species, subspecies, cultivar, or botanical origin is guaranteed. Natural variations may occur in spore size, surface morphology, exine ornamentation, apparent density, color, botanical source, and microscopic appearance. This material is not sold as a certified palynological, taxonomic, botanical, forensic, or analytical reference standard. Customers requiring a specific species or verified microscopic morphology should request confirmation before ordering.

Natural, lightweight spore powder

Pale yellow appearance

Very low apparent density

Easily dispersible

Controlled theatrical and demonstration flame effects

Educational demonstrations

General technical applications

Historical craft and dyeing demonstrations

Applications requiring a lightweight natural spore powder

Suitable for general technical, educational, and demonstration applications

Traditionally used for controlled flame demonstrations and special effects

Botanical source and spore morphology may vary between lots

Lycopodium Powder is combustible when dispersed in air. Fine airborne particles may ignite rapidly in the presence of flame, sparks, or other ignition sources. Use only with appropriate ventilation, protective equipment, and controlled procedures. Keep the container closed when not in use. Store in a cool, dry area away from heat, sparks, open flames, and other ignition sources. Keep out of reach of children.

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