Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Santalales
Genus:
Species:
divaricatus
ID:
1330182

Status:
valid

Authors:
Kuijt

Source:
ipni

Year:
2014

Citation Micro:
Novon 23: 182 (2014)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001342636

Common Names

  • Divaricatus Tristerix
  • Divaricatus Tristerix Plant
  • Tristerix Plant

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Description

Tristerix divaricatus (also called Chilean Mistletoe, among many other common names) is a species of parasitic plant native to Chile. It has small, white flowers and glossy, dark green leaves. It typically grows in temperate climates in moist, well-drained soils. It is often found in open woodlands and along roadsides.

Uses & Benefits

Tristerix divaricatus is used to make a tea that is said to have calming effects and is also used as an ornamental plant.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Tristerix divaricatus has white flowers with a yellow center and yellow anthers. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings have small, oval-shaped leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Tristerix divaricatus is an evergreen shrub native to South America. It can be propagated by seed or cuttings. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate light frost.

Where to Find Tristerix divaricatus

Tristerix divaricatus is native to Peru.

Tristerix divaricatus FAQ

What is the scientific name of Tristerix divaricatus?

Tristerix divaricatus

What is the common name of Tristerix divaricatus?

Divaricatus Tristerix

What is the natural habitat of Tristerix divaricatus?

Tropical and subtropical dry forests

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

Job Kuijt (b.1930): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Kuijt' in the authors string.