Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Santalales
Species:
perredactum
ID:
750528

Status:
valid

Authors:
Rzed. & Calderón

Source:
ksu

Year:
2011

Citation Micro:
Acta Bot. Mex. 96: 4 (2011)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000749861



Common Names

  • Phoradendron perredactum
  • Red-Stemmed Mistletoe
  • Red-Stemmed Phoradendron


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Description

Phoradendron perredactum (also called Red-tipped Mistletoe, among many other common names) is an evergreen shrub native to North America. It has long, narrow leaves and small white flowers. It is found in dry, rocky areas and is drought tolerant.

Uses & Benefits

Phoradendron perredactum is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a hedge plant.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Phoradendron perredactum has small white flowers with yellow centers. The seeds are small, round and black. The seedlings are small and have a few leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Phoradendron perredactum is a small, evergreen, perennial herbaceous plant. It is best grown in a well-draining soil mix with plenty of organic matter. It prefers bright, indirect light and should be kept in temperatures between 60-85°F (15-30°C). Propagation is done by stem cuttings or division of the rhizome.

Where to Find Phoradendron perredactum

Phoradendron perredactum is native to Mexico. It is found in dry, rocky soils at elevations of 500-2,000 m. It is not widely available in cultivation.

Phoradendron perredactum FAQ

What is the scientific name of Phoradendron perredactum?

Phoradendron perredactum

What is the natural habitat of Phoradendron perredactum?

It is native to Mexico and Central America.

What are the medicinal uses of Phoradendron perredactum?

It is used to treat skin diseases, wounds, and burns.

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

Jerzy Rzedowski (b.1926): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Rzed.' in the authors string.
Graciela Calderón (b.1931): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Calderón' in the authors string.