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Carolina Hornwort

Phaeoceros carolinianus

Near Threatened

About

The Carolina Hornwort (Phaeoceros carolinianus) is a species in the genus Phaeoceros. It is currently classified as Near Threatened on the IUCN Red List. Native to Asia and Europe and North America, inhabiting ecosystems characteristic of the region.

Habitat & Distribution

Native to Asia and Europe and North America, inhabiting ecosystems characteristic of the region.

Widely distributed across Asia (Taiwan), Europe (6 countries), North America (United States), and South America (Brazil, Chile, Colombia). Listed as Near Threatened, this species requires ongoing monitoring to prevent population decline.

🇹🇼 Taiwan 🇳🇴 Norway 🇵🇹 Portugal 🇸🇪 Sweden 🇧🇪 Belgium 🇩🇰 Denmark 🇨🇱 Chile 🇺🇸 United States 🇨🇴 Colombia 🇧🇷 Brazil 🇱🇺 Luxembourg

Conservation Status

NT Near Threatened

Full Taxonomy

Anthocerotopsida (Anthocerotopsida)

Order

Notothyladales (Notothyladales)

Species

Phaeoceros carolinianus (Carolina Hornwort)

Names in Other Languages

German Einhäusiges Braunhornmoos

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of Carolina Hornwort?

The scientific name of Carolina Hornwort is Phaeoceros carolinianus. It belongs to the genus Phaeoceros.

What is the conservation status of Carolina Hornwort?

Carolina Hornwort (Phaeoceros carolinianus) is classified as Near Threatened by the IUCN Red List.

Where does Carolina Hornwort live?

Carolina Hornwort is found in Widely distributed across Asia (Taiwan), Europe (6 countries), North America (United States), and South America (Brazil, Chile, Colombia). Listed as Near Threatened, this species requires ongoing monitoring to prevent population decline.. Countries include Belgium, Brazil, Chile, Colombia, Denmark, Luxembourg, Norway, Portugal, Sweden, Taiwan.

What family does Carolina Hornwort belong to?

Carolina Hornwort (Phaeoceros carolinianus) belongs to the genus Phaeoceros, which is part of the taxonomic family Notothyladaceae.

What kingdom does Carolina Hornwort belong to?

Carolina Hornwort (Phaeoceros carolinianus) belongs to the kingdom Plantae (planta).

What are the closest relatives of Carolina Hornwort?

The closest relatives of Carolina Hornwort in the genus Phaeoceros include Smooth Hornwort.