Status:
valid
Authors:
Tiegh.
Source:
cmp
Year:
1896
Citation Micro:
Bull. Soc. Bot. France 43: 181 (1896)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000641403
Common Names
- Hexastichous Dendrophthora
- Dendrophthora hexasticha
- Dendrophthora Hexasticha
Description
Dendrophthora hexasticha (also called Six-rowed mistletoe, among many other common names) is a species of mistletoe in the family Loranthaceae. It is a shrub or small tree that grows up to 10 m in height. It is native to India, Sri Lanka, and the Andaman Islands. It is found in tropical and subtropical forests, as well as in mangrove forests.
Uses & Benefits
Dendrophthora hexasticha 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
The flower of Dendrophthora hexasticha is white and has five petals. The seed is a small, black, round seed. The seedlings are small and have a thin stem and small leaves.
Cultivation and Propagation
Cultivation and propagation of Dendrophthora hexasticha: This plant can be propagated by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained soil mix and kept moist until germination. Cuttings should be taken from healthy, mature plants and planted in a well-draining potting mix. Both seeds and cuttings should be kept in a warm, humid environment until they have rooted and established.
Where to Find Dendrophthora hexasticha
Dendrophthora hexasticha is native to tropical and subtropical regions of the Americas, including Mexico, Central America, and South America.
Dendrophthora hexasticha FAQ
What is the scientific name of Dendrophthora hexasticha?
Dendrophthora hexasticha
What is the common name of Dendrophthora hexasticha?
N/A
What is the natural habitat of Dendrophthora hexasticha?
Tropical rainforests
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,