Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Santalales
Species:
hincheanus
ID:
641811

Status:
valid

Authors:
Urb. & Ekman

Source:
cmp

Year:
1930

Citation Micro:
Ark. Bot. 23A(5): 53 (1930)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000641143



Common Names

  • Dendropemon hincheanus
  • Hincheanus
  • Dendropemon


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Description

Dendropemon hincheanus (also called Hinche's Mistletoe, among many other common names) is a species of mistletoe native to Central and South America. It is an evergreen shrub, growing up to 2 m tall. Its leaves are oblong to lanceolate, 3–7 cm long and 1–3 cm broad, with a serrated margin. It is found in tropical rainforest habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Dendropemon hincheanus is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks, and as a medicinal plant in traditional medicine.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Dendropemon hincheanus is white in color and has five petals. The seed is small and black in color. The seedlings are thin and long with small, pointed leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Dendropemon hincheanus is an evergreen, perennial shrub that can reach up to 3 m in height. It prefers moist, well-drained soils in full sun or partial shade. Propagation is by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in spring or summer in a well-drained, moist soil. Cuttings should be taken in late spring or early summer and planted in a well-drained, moist soil.

Where to Find Dendropemon hincheanus

Dendropemon hincheanus is native to tropical and subtropical regions of the Americas, including Mexico, Central America, and South America.

Dendropemon hincheanus FAQ

What is the scientific name of Dendropemon hincheanus?

Dendropemon hincheanus

What is the common name of Dendropemon hincheanus?

Hincheanus Stinging Nettle

What is the natural habitat of Dendropemon hincheanus?

Dendropemon hincheanus is native to Australia and New Zealand

Species in the Dendropemon genus

Species in the Loranthaceae family

Actinanthella menyharthii, Actinanthella wyliei, Aetanthus andreanus, Aetanthus colombianus, Aetanthus coriaceus, Aetanthus dichotomus, Aetanthus engelsii, Aetanthus macranthus, Aetanthus mutisii, Aetanthus nodosus, Aetanthus ornatus, Aetanthus ovalis, Aetanthus trifolius, Aetanthus prolongatus, Aetanthus sessilifolius, Aetanthus verticillatus, Aetanthus megaphyllus, Aetanthus pascoensis, Aetanthus tachirensis, Aetanthus validus, Agelanthus atrocoronatus, Agelanthus bipartitus, Agelanthus brunneus, Agelanthus combreticola, Agelanthus copaiferae, Agelanthus crassifolius, Agelanthus deltae, Agelanthus dichrous, Agelanthus discolor, Agelanthus djurensis, Agelanthus dodonaeifolius, Agelanthus elegantulus, Agelanthus entebbensis, Agelanthus falcifolius, Agelanthus flammeus, Agelanthus fuellebornii, Agelanthus gilgii, Agelanthus glaucoviridis, Agelanthus glomeratus, Agelanthus gracilis, Agelanthus guineensis, Agelanthus henriquesii, Agelanthus heteromorphus, Agelanthus igneus, Agelanthus irangensis, Agelanthus kayseri, Agelanthus keilii, Agelanthus krausei, Agelanthus kraussianus, Agelanthus lancifolius,

References

The Plant List v1.1 record kew-2760827: Based on the initial data import
Ignatz Urban (1848-1931): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Urb.' in the authors string.
Erik Leonard Ekman (1883-1931): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Ekman' in the authors string.