Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Santalales
Species:
hexastichum
ID:
477590

Status:
valid

Authors:
(DC.) Griseb.

Source:
cmp

Year:
1860

Citation Micro:
Fl. Brit. W.I. [Grisebach] 313. 1860 [late 1860]

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000476922



Common Names

  • Phoradendron Hexastichum
  • Six-Row Phoradendron
  • Six-Row Mistletoe


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Synonyms

  • Viscum hexastichum DC. [unknown]
  • Viscum cornifolium C.Presl [unknown]
  • Phoradendron brachyklados Rizzini [unknown]
  • Phoradendron stehlei Trel. [unknown]
  • Phoradendron lapatanum Trel. [unknown]
  • Phoradendron productipes Trel. [unknown]
  • Phoradendron hexastichum ovatum Stehlé [unknown]
  • Phoradendron hexastichum angustifolium Krug & Urb. [unknown]
  • Phoradendron hexastichum longispicum Eichler [unknown]
  • Phoradendron yunckeri Trel. [unknown]

Description

Phoradendron hexastichum (also called Oak Mistletoe, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the Loranthaceae family. It is native to the Americas, from Mexico to Argentina. It is a hemiparasitic plant, meaning it grows on other plants or trees, and is typically found in tropical and subtropical habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Phoradendron hexastichum is a popular ornamental plant in gardens and is often used as a ground cover. It is also used in flower arrangements and as a filler in bouquets.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Phoradendron hexastichum has white flowers with five petals and a yellow center. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings are small, with two leaves and a thin stem.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Phoradendron hexastichum is a slow-growing epiphyte that can be propagated by division or cuttings. It prefers bright, indirect light and well-draining soil. Water the plant when the soil is dry and fertilize it every few months with a balanced fertilizer.

Where to Find Phoradendron hexastichum

Phoradendron hexastichum is native to Mexico and can be found in dry, deciduous forests and scrublands.

Phoradendron hexastichum FAQ

What is the scientific name of Phoradendron hexastichum?

Phoradendron hexastichum

What is the common name of Phoradendron hexastichum?

Hexastichum mistletoe

What is the natural habitat of Phoradendron hexastichum?

Tropical and subtropical dry forests in Mexico

Species in the Phoradendron genus

Phoradendron berryi, Phoradendron berteroanum, Phoradendron apiciflorum, Phoradendron apurense, Phoradendron ayacuchanum, Phoradendron brevifolium, Phoradendron briquetianum, Phoradendron caesalpiniae, Phoradendron brachystachyum, Phoradendron bilineatum, Phoradendron anceps, Phoradendron andersonii, Phoradendron annulatum, Phoradendron aphyllum, Phoradendron agostinorum, Phoradendron aguilarii, Phoradendron acinacifolium, Phoradendron falcifer, Phoradendron falcatum, Phoradendron falconense, Phoradendron duidanum, Phoradendron enckeifohum, Phoradendron galeottii, Phoradendron filispicum, Phoradendron forestierae, Phoradendron chrysocladon, Phoradendron carneum, Phoradendron cerinocarpum, Phoradendron dimerostachys, Phoradendron diminutivum, Phoradendron dipterum, Phoradendron crassifolium, Phoradendron cuneifolium, Phoradendron virens, Phoradendron wattii, Phoradendron woodsonii, Phoradendron spathulatum, Phoradendron staphylinum, Phoradendron semivenosum, Phoradendron strongyloclados, Phoradendron thyrsoideum, Phoradendron triflorum, Phoradendron trinervium, Phoradendron rigidum, Phoradendron rubrum, Phoradendron macrophyllum, Phoradendron rotundifolium, Phoradendron leucarpum, Phoradendron longifolium, Phoradendron longipetiolatum,

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-2553864: Based on the initial data import
August Grisebach (1814-1879): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Griseb.' in the authors string.
Augustin Pyramus de Candolle (1778-1841): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'DC.' in the authors string.