Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Santalales
Species:
nitens
ID:
475125

Status:
valid

Authors:
Kuijt

Source:
cmp

Year:
1987

Citation Micro:
Ann. Missouri Bot. Gard. 74: 519 (1987)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000474457



Common Names

  • Phoradendron nitens
  • False Mistletoe
  • Oak Mistletoe


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Description

Phoradendron nitens (also called White-berried Mistletoe, among many other common names) is a species of parasitic plant native to Mexico, Central America, and South America. It is a hemiparasite, meaning it partially relies on the host plant for nutrients. It is an evergreen shrub that grows on trees, shrubs, and cacti. The leaves are oblong-lanceolate, and the flowers are small and yellowish-green.

Uses & Benefits

Phoradendron nitens is used as an ornamental plant, as it has attractive foliage and can be used to create a tropical look in a home or office. It is also used as a natural air purifier, as it can absorb pollutants from the air.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flowers of Phoradendron nitens are small, greenish-yellow, and grow in clusters. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings are small and green.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Phoradendron nitens is a fast-growing, low-maintenance plant that can be propagated easily from stem cuttings. To propagate, take a stem cutting from an existing plant and place it in a pot filled with moist soil. Keep the soil moist and in a warm, bright location and the cutting should take root within a few weeks. Once the cutting has taken root, it can be transplanted into a larger pot and cared for as a mature plant.

Where to Find Phoradendron nitens

Phoradendron nitens is native to Mexico. It can be found in dry, rocky areas, such as deserts and canyons.

Phoradendron nitens FAQ

What is the scientific name of Phoradendron nitens?

Phoradendron nitens

What are the common names of Phoradendron nitens?

Shiny Mistletoe

What is the natural habitat of Phoradendron nitens?

Tropical and subtropical forests

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-2548426: Based on the initial data import
Job Kuijt (b.1930): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Kuijt' in the authors string.