hornwort Definition
- 1any aquatic or semi-aquatic plant of the genus Ceratophyllum, having narrow leaves in whorls and no true roots.
- 2any bryophyte of the class Anthocerotae, growing on damp soil and having a small, cylindrical body with a simple or forked horn-shaped process.
Using hornwort: Examples
Take a moment to familiarize yourself with how "hornwort" can be used in various situations through the following examples!
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The hornwort in the pond provides a good habitat for fish.
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Hornworts are often used in aquariums as a natural filter.
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The hornwort is a type of nonvascular plant that grows in moist environments.
Summary: hornwort in Brief
The term 'hornwort' [hawrn-wurt, -wawrt] refers to two types of plants: an aquatic or semi-aquatic plant of the genus Ceratophyllum, and a bryophyte of the class Anthocerotae. The former has narrow leaves in whorls and no true roots, while the latter grows on damp soil and has a small, cylindrical body with a simple or forked horn-shaped process. Hornworts are often used in aquariums as a natural filter and provide a good habitat for fish.
