Kingdom:
Phylum:
Dendrocerotidae
Order:
Dendrocerotales
Species:
gracilis
ID:
1521943

Status:
valid

Authors:
Steph.

Source:
rhakhis

Year:
1917

Citation Micro:
Species Hepaticarum. 5: 1015. 1917

WFO Identifier:
wfo-1000008361

Common Names

  • Dendroceros gracilis
  • Gracilis Dendroceros
  • Graceful Dendroceros

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Description

Dendroceros gracilis (also called Slender Hornwort, among many other common names) is a small aquatic plant with a branching stem and small, green leaves. It is native to North America and Europe, and is found in shallow water bodies such as lakes, ponds, and slow-moving streams.

Uses & Benefits

Dendroceros gracilis is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used in traditional medicine to treat various ailments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Dendroceros gracilis is white or pale pink, with a yellow center. The seed is small and round, and the seedlings are thin and delicate.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Dendroceros gracilis 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 gracilis

Dendroceros gracilis can be found in tropical regions of South America, including Brazil, Colombia, Ecuador, Peru, and Venezuela.

Dendroceros gracilis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Dendroceros gracilis?

Dendroceros gracilis

What is the natural habitat of Dendroceros gracilis?

Tropical rainforests

What is the average lifespan of Dendroceros gracilis?

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: 100455083: Based on data supplied by Bryonames