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Phylum Anthocerotophyta -- hornworts Anthocerotophyta, along with Bryophyta and Hepatophyta, are sometimes jointly called "bryophytes" since earlier classification systems placed them in a single phylum. All three of these phyla are said to have the gametophyte generation as the "dominant" generation. In central Texas, hornworts can often be recognized (with a little practice) as resembling a drop of dark green grease. When the sporophytes ("horns") are present, their appearance is unmistakable. Genus Phaeoceros

Phaeoceros, lab culture	Phaeoceros is the most commonly encountered hornwort in central Texas.
Phaeoceros, antheridia and sperm

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