Kingdom:
Phylum:
Dendrocerotidae
Order:
Dendrocerotales
Species:
cucullatus
ID:
1210887

Status:
valid

Authors:
Steph.

Source:
tro

Year:
1923

Citation Micro:
Sp. Hepat. 6: 429 1923

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001210225

Common Names

  • Dendroceros cucullatus
  • Cucullate Liverwort
  • Cucullate Leafy Liverwort

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Description

Dendroceros cucullatus (also called Dendroceros crispus var. cucullatus, among many other common names) is a small, moss-like liverwort with a flattened stem and two rows of leaves. It is native to Europe, North America, and parts of Asia, and is found in moist, shady habitats such as woodlands and stream banks.

Uses & Benefits

Dendroceros cucullatus is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and is also used in the production of biofuel.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Dendroceros cucullatus has small, yellowish-green flowers, with a single seed in each capsule. The seedlings are small, with a single, erect stem and two opposite leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Dendroceros cucullatus is a small, cushion-forming moss that grows in moist, shady areas. It is relatively easy to cultivate and propagate. To cultivate, sow spores on moist, nutrient-rich soil in a shady area. To propagate, divide existing mats of moss or use stem cuttings. Keep the soil moist and fertilize regularly.

Where to Find Dendroceros cucullatus

Dendroceros cucullatus can be found in Europe and North America.

Dendroceros cucullatus FAQ

What is the scientific name of Dendroceros cucullatus?

Dendroceros cucullatus

What type of plant is Dendroceros cucullatus?

A liverwort

What is the distribution of Dendroceros cucullatus?

It is found in North America

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,