Kingdom:
Phylum:
Dendrocerotidae
Order:
Dendrocerotales
Genus:
Species:
austronesophilus
ID:
1521975

Status:
valid

Authors:
Cargill & Seppelt

Source:
rhakhis

Year:
2013

Citation Micro:
Australian Systematic Botany. 26(5): 372. 2013

WFO Identifier:
wfo-1000008393

Common Names

  • Austronesophilus Megaceros
  • Austronesophilus Tree Fern
  • Austronesophilus Treefern

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Description

Megaceros austronesophilus (also called Austronesophilus moose, among many other common names) is a species of extinct deer that lived in Southeast Asia during the Pleistocene epoch. It had a large body size, with a shoulder height of up to 2.1 m and a body length of up to 3.2 m. It was native to Southeast Asia, and its habitats included grasslands, woodlands, and shrublands.

Uses & Benefits

Megaceros austronesophilus is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a source of food for livestock. It is also used in traditional medicine for treating various ailments such as fever, colds, and indigestion.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Megaceros austronesophilus is a white or yellowish-white, with a yellow center. The seed is a small, oblong, brown seed. The seedling is a small, thin, green stem with two small leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Megaceros austronesophilus is a slow-growing plant that can be propagated by seed or cuttings. It prefers a well-drained soil and full sun. It can be grown in containers or in the ground. Water regularly and fertilize lightly. Prune to maintain shape and size.

Where to Find Megaceros austronesophilus

Megaceros austronesophilus can be found in tropical and subtropical moist lowland forests in India, Nepal, and Sri Lanka.

Megaceros austronesophilus FAQ

What is the scientific name of Megaceros austronesophilus?

Megaceros austronesophilus

What is the natural habitat of Megaceros austronesophilus?

Grasslands, woodlands, and shrublands

What is the conservation status of Megaceros austronesophilus?

Least Concern

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: 100394896: Based on data supplied by Bryonames