Question

Why hornworts are so called?

Answer 1

Hornworts get their name from their horn-shaped spore capsules. These slender, upright capsules are where the plants make and shed their spores.

Answer 2

Hey mate,

It is called hornwort because it has small thorn like structures which is the saprophyte. Another trait is that most of them develop mucilage filled cavities.

hope this helps you out!