Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Santalales
Species:
argentea
ID:
641989

Status:
valid

Authors:
Kuijt

Source:
cmp

Year:
2000

Citation Micro:
Bot. Jahrb. Syst. 122(2): 182. 2000 [29 Jun 2000]

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000641321



Common Names

  • Dendrophthora argentea
  • Argentea
  • Dendrophthora


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Description

Dendrophthora argentea (also called Silver Mistletoe, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the Loranthaceae family. It is a semi-parasitic shrub that is native to India, Sri Lanka, and China. It is found in tropical and subtropical moist lowland forests.

Uses & Benefits

Dendrophthora argentea is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a medicinal plant for treating fever, headaches, and skin diseases.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flowers of Dendrophthora argentea are white and fragrant. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings are small and thin.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Dendrophthora argentea is a small, evergreen shrub with a rounded habit. It is native to Mexico and Central America. It grows best in full sun to partial shade and prefers well-drained, sandy soil. Propagation is best done by cuttings taken in late spring or early summer. Cuttings should be taken from the tips of the branches and planted in a sandy, well-draining soil mix. Keep the soil moist but not wet. Rooting should occur in 4-6 weeks.

Where to Find Dendrophthora argentea

Dendrophthora argentea can be found in India.

Dendrophthora argentea FAQ

What is the scientific name of Dendrophthora argentea?

Dendrophthora argentea

What type of plant is Dendrophthora argentea?

Epiphytic shrub

Where is Dendrophthora argentea found?

India, Sri Lanka, and Malaysia

Species in the Dendrophthora genus

Dendrophthora albescens, Dendrophthora amalfiensis, Dendrophthora ambigua, Dendrophthora arcuata, Dendrophthora argentea, Dendrophthora avenia, Dendrophthora bermejae, Dendrophthora bonaniae, Dendrophthora brachylepis, Dendrophthora brachystachya, Dendrophthora bulbifera, Dendrophthora buxifolia, Dendrophthora capillaris, Dendrophthora capitellata, Dendrophthora carnosa, Dendrophthora chrysostachya, Dendrophthora clavata, Dendrophthora confertiflora, Dendrophthora constricta, Dendrophthora corynarthron, Dendrophthora costaricensis, Dendrophthora crispula, Dendrophthora cubensis, Dendrophthora cuneifolia, Dendrophthora cupressoides, Dendrophthora cupulata, Dendrophthora dalstroemii, Dendrophthora davidsei, Dendrophthora decipiens, Dendrophthora densifolia, Dendrophthora densifrons, Dendrophthora diffusa, Dendrophthora dimorpha, Dendrophthora dittae, Dendrophthora dodsonii, Dendrophthora domingensis, Dendrophthora eichleriana, Dendrophthora elegantissima, Dendrophthora elliptica, Dendrophthora enckeifolia, Dendrophthora epiviscum, Dendrophthora equisetoides, Dendrophthora excisa, Dendrophthora fanshawei, Dendrophthora fasciculata, Dendrophthora fastigiata, Dendrophthora fendleriana, Dendrophthora ferruginea, Dendrophthora filiformis, Dendrophthora flagelliformis,

Species in the Santalaceae family

Acanthosyris annonagustata, Acanthosyris asipapote, Acanthosyris falcata, Acanthosyris glabrata, Acanthosyris paulo-alvinii, Acanthosyris spinescens, Amphorogyne celastroides, Amphorogyne spicata, Amphorogyne staufferi, Anthobolus erythrocaulis, Anthobolus filifolius, Anthobolus foveolatus, Anthobolus leptomeroides, Antidaphne amazonensis, Antidaphne andina, Antidaphne antidaphneoides, Antidaphne glaziovii, Antidaphne hondurensis, Antidaphne punctulata, Antidaphne schottii, Antidaphne viscoidea, Antidaphne wrightii, Arceuthobium abietinum, Arceuthobium abietis-religiosae, Arceuthobium americanum, Arceuthobium apachecum, Arceuthobium azoricum, Arceuthobium bicarinatum, Arceuthobium blumeri, Arceuthobium californicum, Arceuthobium campylopodum, Arceuthobium chinense, Arceuthobium cyanocarpum, Arceuthobium divaricatum, Arceuthobium douglasii, Arceuthobium gillii, Arceuthobium globosum, Arceuthobium guatemalense, Arceuthobium hondurense, Arceuthobium juniperi-procerae, Arceuthobium littorum, Arceuthobium microcarpum, Arceuthobium minutissimum, Arceuthobium monticola, Arceuthobium nigrum, Arceuthobium occidentale, Arceuthobium oxycedri, Arceuthobium pendens, Arceuthobium pini, Arceuthobium pusillum,

References

The Plant List v1.1 record kew-2760990: Based on the initial data import
Job Kuijt (b.1930): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Kuijt' in the authors string.