Hornworts (Anthoxanthum)

Hornworts

Also known as: Vernalgrasses

Hornworts possesses a grass-like structure with slender, upright stems and narrow leaves, often exuding a sweet, hay-like fragrance especially apparent during warm weather. This genus thrives in temperate zones, adapting well across meadows and open woods, where its hardiness helps it outcompete less resilient flora. The plume-like flowering heads, typically golden to green, are distinctive during the spring bloom.

Scientific classification

Genus

Hornworts (Anthoxanthum)

Family

Grass

Order

Grasses, sedges and allies

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Annual

Lifespan

5 - 35 ℃

Ideal Temperature

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Species

Sweet vernal grass Sweetgrass Annual vernal grass California sweet grass Anthoxanthum redolens

Care Guide for Hornworts

Every week

Water

Full sun

Sunlight

5 - 35 ℃

Ideal Temperature

Water: Hornworts thrives in grassland ecosystems, preferring consistent hydration but tolerating short dry spells. Watering should be done weekly for optimal health. As an outdoor plant, it benefits from natural rainfall, which supports its growth and resilience during drier seasons.

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