Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Santalales
Species:
squamiferum
ID:
1270297

Status:
valid

Authors:
Kuijt

Source:
tro

Year:
2003

Citation Micro:
Syst. Bot. Monogr. 63: 428 (2003)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001269635



Common Names

  • Phoradendron squamiferum
  • Squamiferum Phoradendron
  • Scaly Phoradendron


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Description

Phoradendron squamiferum (also called Scaly 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 squamiferum 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 squamiferum is a small, white, and fragrant flower. The seed is a small, black, and round seed. The seedlings are small and thin with light green leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Phoradendron squamiferum 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 squamiferum

Phoradendron squamiferum is native to Mexico and can be found in the states of Guerrero, Oaxaca, and Chiapas.

Phoradendron squamiferum FAQ

What is the scientific name of Phoradendron squamiferum?

Phoradendron squamiferum

What type of plant is Phoradendron squamiferum?

Shrub

Where is Phoradendron squamiferum 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,

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