Habitats. Hornworts are found in a variety of habitats, but are most abundant in damp places such as clay banks. Most settle on soil or rock, although some species prefer bark, and others overrun mosses and liverworts. Anthoceros species are often found on damp banks, while Dendroceros giganteus lives on swampy ground.

Where are Hornworts found?

Hornworts usually grow on damp soils or on rocks in tropical and warm temperate regions. The largest genus, Anthoceros, has a worldwide distribution. Dendroceros and Megaceros are mainly tropical genera. Hornworts have an ancient lineage and are thought to be some of the earliest plants to have evolved on land.

What habitat do Hornworts live in?

Hornworts are small plants that live in damp habitats. Like liverworts and mosses, they do not have seeds, roots or vascular tissue, but hornworts also do not have leaves.