Status:
valid
Authors:
(Hook. f. & Taylor) Steph.
Source:
rhakhis
Year:
1916
Citation Micro:
Species Hepaticarum. 5: 955. 1916
WFO Identifier:
wfo-1000008407
Common Names
- Leptohymenius Megaceros
- Leptohymenius Tree Fern
- Leptohymenius Treefern
Description
Megaceros leptohymenius (also called Leptohymenius moose, among many other common names) is a species of extinct deer that lived in Central America 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 Central America, and its habitats included grasslands, woodlands, and shrublands.
Uses & Benefits
Megaceros leptohymenius has been used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a food source for livestock. It is also used in traditional medicine to treat a variety of ailments such as fever, headaches, and stomachaches.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Megaceros leptohymenius is small and white, with a yellow center. The seed is small and oval-shaped, and the seedling is a small, green, oval-shaped plant.
Cultivation and Propagation
Megaceros leptohymenius 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 leptohymenius
Megaceros leptohymenius can be found in tropical and subtropical moist lowland forests in India, Nepal, and Sri Lanka.
Megaceros leptohymenius FAQ
What is the scientific name of Megaceros leptohymenius?
Megaceros leptohymenius
What is the natural habitat of Megaceros leptohymenius?
Grasslands, woodlands, and shrublands
What is the conservation status of Megaceros leptohymenius?
Least Concern
Species in the Megaceros genus
Megaceros flavens,
Megaceros flagellaris,
Megaceros pelludicus,
Megaceros gracilis,
Megaceros aneuriformis,
Megaceros austronesophilus,
Megaceros boliviensis,
Megaceros ciliatus,
Megaceros denticulatus,
Megaceros jamesonii,
Megaceros leptohymenius,
Megaceros tjibodensis,
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,