Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Santalales
Species:
diffusa
ID:
642032

Status:
valid

Authors:
Kuijt

Source:
cmp

Year:
1987

Citation Micro:
Brittonia 39: 449 (1987)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000641364



Common Names

  • Diffuse Dendrophthora
  • Dendrophthora diffusa
  • Dendrophthora Diffusa


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Description

Dendrophthora diffusa (also called Indian Mistletoe, among many other common names) is a small evergreen shrub or tree native to India and Sri Lanka. It has simple, leathery leaves and small, yellow-green flowers. It grows in tropical and subtropical forests, often on the branches of trees.

Uses & Benefits

Dendrophthora diffusa is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a ground cover. It is also used to stabilize soil and prevent erosion. It has a high tolerance for drought and can be used in xeriscaping.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Dendrophthora diffusa has small, white flowers and small, black seeds. Its seedlings are small and have narrow leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Dendrophthora diffusa is a woody, evergreen shrub that is best grown in full sun to partial shade in well-drained soil. It can be propagated by seed or cuttings.

Where to Find Dendrophthora diffusa

Dendrophthora diffusa can be found in South America, Central America, and the Caribbean.

Dendrophthora diffusa FAQ

What is the scientific name of Dendrophthora diffusa?

Dendrophthora diffusa

What is the common name of Dendrophthora diffusa?

Diffusa

Where is Dendrophthora diffusa found?

Dendrophthora diffusa is found in tropical and subtropical regions of the Americas

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-2761028: Based on the initial data import
Job Kuijt (b.1930): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Kuijt' in the authors string.