Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Santalales
Species:
decurrens
ID:
1075437

Status:
valid

Authors:
Baker & Sprague

Source:
tro

Year:

Citation Micro:

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001074775



Common Names

  • Tapinanthus decurrens
  • Decurrent Tapinanthus
  • Decurrent Mistletoe


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Description

Tapinanthus decurrens (also called Decurrent mistletoe, among many other common names) is a species of mistletoe in the family Loranthaceae. It is native to Mexico, Central America, and the Caribbean. It is an evergreen shrub or small tree that grows in tropical and subtropical forests, as well as in disturbed areas.

Uses & Benefits

Tapinanthus decurrens is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used as a medicinal plant to treat various ailments such as fever, headaches, and skin diseases.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Tapinanthus decurrens has small, white, bell-shaped flowers that hang in clusters from the stem. The flowers are followed by small, round, black seeds. The seedlings are small, with two opposite leaves and a thin stem.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Tapinanthus decurrens is a shrub that can be propagated from cuttings. It can be grown in full sun to partial shade and prefers well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate temperatures down to -10°C (14°F). It is also resistant to pests and diseases.

Where to Find Tapinanthus decurrens

Tapinanthus decurrens can be found in the tropical rainforest regions of South America.

Species in the Tapinanthus genus

Tapinanthus glaucophyllus, Tapinanthus globifer, Tapinanthus erianthus, Tapinanthus forbesii, Tapinanthus erectotruncatus, Tapinanthus buchneri, Tapinanthus bangwensis, Tapinanthus belvisii, Tapinanthus constrictiflorus, Tapinanthus dependens, Tapinanthus quequensis, Tapinanthus sessilifolius, Tapinanthus preussii, Tapinanthus mechowii, Tapinanthus malacophyllus, Tapinanthus longiflorus, Tapinanthus oleifolius, Tapinanthus ophiodes, Tapinanthus ogowensis, Tapinanthus pentagonia, Tapinanthus mollissimus, Tapinanthus rubro-marginatus, Tapinanthus congolense, Tapinanthus decurrens, Tapinanthus viscum, Tapinanthus sessilifolius, Tapinanthus buvumae, Tapinanthus apodanthus, Tapinanthus buntingii, Tapinanthus coronatus, Tapinanthus farmarii, Tapinanthus letouzeyi, Tapinanthus cordifolius, Tapinanthus praetexta,

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 tro-19101009: Based on the initial data import
John Gilbert Baker (1834-1920): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Baker' in the authors string.
Thomas Archibald Sprague (1877-1958): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Sprague' in the authors string.