Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Santalales
Species:
umbellata
ID:
642232

Status:
valid

Authors:
Miq.

Source:
cmp

Year:
1856

Citation Micro:
Fl. Ned. Ind. 1(1): 779 (1856)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000641564



Common Names

  • Dendrotrophe umbellata
  • Umbellata Dendrotrophe
  • Umbellata Dendrotrophe


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Synonyms

  • Loranthus firmus Wall. [unknown]
  • Tupeia umbellata Blume [unknown]
  • Dendrotrophe monticola (Gamble) Danser [unknown]
  • Henslowia monticola Gamble [unknown]
  • Viscum umbellatum Blume [unknown]
  • Dendrotrophe umbellata umbellata [unknown]
  • Henslowia umbellata Blume [unknown]
  • Thesium spathulatum Korth. ex Blume [unknown]

Description

Dendrotrophe umbellata (also called Umbel-Leaved Bladderpod, among many other common names) is a small, evergreen shrub with thick, leathery leaves. It is native to the southeastern United States and prefers wet, sandy soils in full sun.

Uses & Benefits

Dendrotrophe umbellata is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and for landscaping. It is also used medicinally to treat various ailments such as fever, headache, and skin diseases.

Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species

Dendrotrophe umbellata var. longifolia (Lecomte) P.C.Tam

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Dendrotrophe umbellata has small, white or pink flowers that have a strong, sweet scent. The seed is a small, black, round seed. The seedlings are small and have a single, oval-shaped leaf.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Dendrotrophe umbellata is a perennial plant that can be propagated by division or by cuttings. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It can be grown in containers or in the ground. It is best to water the plant regularly and fertilize it every few weeks.

Where to Find Dendrotrophe umbellata

Dendrotrophe umbellata can be found in tropical and subtropical regions of South America, including Colombia, Venezuela, and Peru.

Dendrotrophe umbellata FAQ

What is the scientific name of Dendrotrophe umbellata?

Dendrotrophe umbellata

What is the family of Dendrotrophe umbellata?

Loranthaceae

What is the common name of Dendrotrophe umbellata?

Umbellate mistletoe

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,