Status:
valid
Authors:
Tiegh. ex Barlow & Wiens
Source:
tro
Year:
1973
Citation Micro:
Brittonia 25: 39 (1973)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001074749
Common Names
- Tristerix aphyllus
- Leafless Tristerix
- Leafless Mistletoe
Description
Tristerix aphyllus (also called Leafless Mistletoe, among many other common names) is a species of mistletoe in the family Santalaceae. It is native to the southeastern United States and Central America. It is a semi-parasitic shrub that grows on oaks and other trees in forests and woodlands.
Uses & Benefits
Tristerix aphyllus 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
Tristerix aphyllus has small, yellowish-green flowers that are clustered together in a spike-like inflorescence. The flowers are followed by small, black, shiny seeds. The seedlings are small, with two opposite leaves and a thin stem.
Cultivation and Propagation
Tristerix aphyllus 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 Tristerix aphyllus
Tristerix aphyllus can be found in the tropical regions of Central and South America.
Species in the Tristerix genus
Tristerix verticillatus,
Tristerix corymbosus,
Tristerix grandiflorus,
Tristerix longibracteatus,
Tristerix peruvianus,
Tristerix aphyllus,
Tristerix penduliflorus,
Tristerix secundus,
Tristerix pubescens,
Tristerix peytonii,
Tristerix chodatianus,
Tristerix rhodanthus,
Tristerix divaricatus,
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,