Dendroceros difficilis - Uses, Benefits & Care
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Dendrocerotidae
Order:
Dendrocerotales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
difficilis
ID:
1521939
Status:
valid
Authors:
Steph.
Source:
rhakhis
Year:
1917
Citation Micro:
Species Hepaticarum. 5: 1009. 1917
WFO Identifier:
wfo-1000008357
Common Names
- Dendroceros difficilis
- Difficilis Dendroceros
- Difficult Dendroceros
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Dendroceros difficilis (also called 'Difficult Hornwort', among many other common names) is a small, yellowish-green liverwort with a single row of horn-like structures along the midline of the thallus. It is native to South America, where it is found in moist, shady habitats such as in the understory of tropical forests.
Uses & Benefits
Dendroceros difficilis is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used as a source of food for birds and other wildlife.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Dendroceros difficilis 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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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Dendroceros difficilis 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 difficilis
Dendroceros difficilis can be found in tropical regions of South America, including Brazil, Colombia, Ecuador, Peru, and Venezuela.
Dendroceros difficilis FAQ
What is the scientific name of Dendroceros difficilis?
Dendroceros difficilis
What is the natural habitat of Dendroceros difficilis?
Tropical rainforests
What is the average lifespan of Dendroceros difficilis?
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: 100386689: Based on data supplied by Bryonames