Status:
valid
Authors:
Boiss. & Buhse
Source:
ksu
Year:
1860
Citation Micro:
Nouv. Mém. Soc. Imp. Naturalistes Moscou 12: 106 (1860)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000366275
Common Names
- Grewingkii Loranthus
- Loranthus grewingkii
- Loranthus guadalupensis
Synonyms
- Hyphear grewinkii Danser [unknown]
Description
Loranthus grewingkii (also called 'Grewingkii Mistletoe', among many other common names) is a perennial evergreen shrub native to South America. It has leathery leaves and produces small white flowers. It grows in deciduous and coniferous forests.
Uses & Benefits
Loranthus grewingkii is used as an ornamental plant and for its essential oil, which is used in perfumery and aromatherapy. It is also used in traditional medicine to treat various ailments.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Loranthus grewingkii is yellow and tubular, with a single pistil and six stamens. The seed is small and round. The seedlings are short and slender, with small, oval leaves.
Cultivation and Propagation
Loranthus grewingkii is a perennial herbaceous plant that can be propagated through division or seed. It prefers a warm, humid climate and moist, well-drained soil. It should be planted in full sun or partial shade and should be kept moist. Fertilize regularly with a balanced fertilizer.
Where to Find Loranthus grewingkii
Loranthus grewingkii is native to India and Southeast Asia. It is commonly found in tropical and subtropical regions, including parts of China, India, Indonesia, Malaysia, and Thailand.
Loranthus grewingkii FAQ
What is the scientific name of Loranthus grewingkii?
Loranthus grewingkii
What is the common name of Loranthus grewingkii?
Grewingk's Mistletoe
What is the natural habitat of Loranthus grewingkii?
Temperate forests of Mexico
Species in the Loranthus 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,