Kingdom:
Phylum:
Dendrocerotidae
Order:
Dendrocerotales
Species:
breutelii
ID:
1521927

Status:
valid

Authors:
Nees

Source:
rhakhis

Year:
1846

Citation Micro:
Synopsis Hepaticarum. 4: 581. 1846

WFO Identifier:
wfo-1000008349

Common Names

  • Dendroceros breutelii
  • Breutelii Dendroceros
  • Breutel's Dendroceros

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Description

Dendroceros breutelii (also called 'Breutel's Dendroceros', among many other common names) is a species of bryozoan found in the Indo-Pacific region. It has a robust, branching colony form with thin walls and a wide range of color forms. It is found in shallow, sheltered waters, often in association with coral reefs.

Uses & Benefits

Dendroceros breutelii is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used as a source of food for birds and other wildlife.

Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species

Dendroceros breutelii var. surinamensis Lindenb. & Gottsche

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Dendroceros breutelii is a white to yellow-green color and is usually found in clusters. The seed is a small, black, round seed. The seedlings are small, thin, and have a light green color.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Dendroceros breutelii is a slow-growing plant that requires a well-drained, acidic soil and partial shade. Propagation is best done by seed or division of the rhizomes. It is best to sow the seeds in the spring and keep the soil moist until germination occurs.

Where to Find Dendroceros breutelii

Dendroceros breutelii can be found in India, in the state of Karnataka.

Dendroceros breutelii FAQ

What is the scientific name of Dendroceros breutelii?

Dendroceros breutelii

What is the natural habitat of Dendroceros breutelii?

Tropical rainforests

What is the average lifespan of Dendroceros breutelii?

Up to 10 years

Species in the Dendroceros genus

Dendroceros herasii, Dendroceros paivae, Dendroceros tubercularis, Dendroceros cavernosus, Dendroceros foliicola, Dendroceros seramensis, Dendroceros ogeramnangus, Dendroceros japonicus, Dendroceros javanicus, Dendroceros crispus, Dendroceros borbonicus, Dendroceros adglutinatus, Dendroceros muelleri, Dendroceros pedunculatus, Dendroceros rarus, Dendroceros reticulus, Dendroceros subdifficilis, Dendroceros subplanus, Dendroceros subtropicus, Dendroceros tahitensis, Dendroceros validus, Dendroceros vesconianus, Dendroceros wattsianus, Dendroceros acutilobus, Dendroceros africanus, Dendroceros allionii, Dendroceros australis, Dendroceros breutelii, Dendroceros cichoraceus, Dendroceros crassicostatus, Dendroceros crassinervis, Dendroceros crispatus, Dendroceros cucullatus, Dendroceros difficilis, Dendroceros exalatus, Dendroceros gracilis, Dendroceros granulatus, Dendroceros humboldtensis,

Species in the Dendrocerotaceae family

Dendroceros herasii, Dendroceros paivae, Dendroceros tubercularis, Dendroceros cavernosus, Dendroceros foliicola, Dendroceros seramensis, Dendroceros ogeramnangus, Dendroceros japonicus, Dendroceros javanicus, Dendroceros crispus, Dendroceros borbonicus, Dendroceros adglutinatus, Dendroceros muelleri, Dendroceros pedunculatus, Dendroceros rarus, Dendroceros reticulus, Dendroceros subdifficilis, Dendroceros subplanus, Dendroceros subtropicus, Dendroceros tahitensis, Dendroceros validus, Dendroceros vesconianus, Dendroceros wattsianus, Dendroceros acutilobus, Dendroceros africanus, Dendroceros allionii, Dendroceros australis, Dendroceros breutelii, Dendroceros cichoraceus, Dendroceros crassicostatus, Dendroceros crassinervis, Dendroceros crispatus, Dendroceros cucullatus, Dendroceros difficilis, Dendroceros exalatus, Dendroceros gracilis, Dendroceros granulatus, Dendroceros humboldtensis, Megaceros flavens, Megaceros flagellaris, Megaceros pelludicus, Megaceros gracilis, Megaceros aneuriformis, Megaceros austronesophilus, Megaceros boliviensis, Megaceros ciliatus, Megaceros denticulatus, Megaceros jamesonii, Megaceros leptohymenius, Megaceros tjibodensis,

References

The Bryophyte Nomenclator: Based on data supplied by Bryonames
Tropicos record: 100435505: Based on data supplied by Bryonames