Phoradendron palaephyllum - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Santalales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
palaephyllum
ID:
1270288
Status:
valid
Authors:
Kuijt
Source:
tro
Year:
2003
Citation Micro:
Syst. Bot. Monogr. 63: 333 (2003)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001269626
Common Names
- Palaephyllum Mistletoe
- Palaephyllum Phoradendron
- Palaephyllum Viscum
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Phoradendron palaephyllum (also called Ancient-leaved Phoradendron, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant native to Mexico and the United States. It grows in dry, rocky places and on slopes in alpine meadows, at elevations of 2,000–3,000 m. It has linear, entire leaves and yellowish-white flowers.
Uses & Benefits
Phoradendron palaephyllum is used in traditional medicine for treating fever, rheumatism, and skin diseases. It is also used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Phoradendron palaephyllum is small, greenish-yellow in color, and has five petals. The seed is a small, dark brown, flattened, and oval-shaped. The seedlings are small, with thin, light green leaves.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Phoradendron palaephyllum can be propagated by division or by sowing seeds. It prefers moist, well-drained soil and partial shade. It is best to plant it in a sheltered spot, as it can be damaged by strong winds.
Where to Find Phoradendron palaephyllum
Phoradendron palaephyllum is native to Mexico and can be found in the states of Guerrero, Oaxaca, and Chiapas.
Phoradendron palaephyllum FAQ
What is the scientific name of Phoradendron palaephyllum?
Phoradendron palaephyllum
What type of plant is Phoradendron palaephyllum?
Shrub
Where is Phoradendron palaephyllum found?
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 tro-50241838: Based on the initial data import
Job Kuijt (b.1930): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Kuijt' in the authors string.