Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Santalales
Genus:
Species:
anceps
ID:
1408406

Status:
valid

Authors:
E.Mey. ex Sprague

Source:
BODATSA (SANBI)

Year:
1911

Citation Micro:
Fl. Trop. Afr. [Oliver et al.] 6(1): 404,407. 1911

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001420869



Common Names

  • Viscum anceps
  • Anceps Viscum
  • Anceps Mistletoe


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Description

Viscum anceps (also called Two-horned Mistletoe, among many other common names) is a small, evergreen shrub native to South Africa. It grows up to 1 meter tall and has small, leathery leaves. It grows in rocky and sandy soils, as well as in disturbed areas.

Uses & Benefits

Viscum anceps is an ornamental plant that is used to decorate gardens and landscapes. It has a long flowering period and is known for its bright yellow and purple flowers. It is also known to attract butterflies and other beneficial insects.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Viscum anceps is yellow and bell-shaped with six petals. The seed is small and black and the seedlings are small and green.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Viscum anceps is a succulent that is native to South Africa. It is a slow-growing plant that can reach up to 12 inches (30 cm) in height. It prefers well-draining soil and full sun to partial shade. Propagation is best done by division or stem cuttings. Cuttings should be taken in the spring or summer and allowed to dry for a few days before planting.

Where to Find Viscum anceps

Viscum anceps is native to South Africa and can be found in dry grasslands and scrublands.

Viscum anceps FAQ

What is the scientific name of Viscum anceps?

Viscum anceps

What is the family of Viscum anceps?

Loranthaceae

What is the common name of Viscum anceps?

Two-horned Mistletoe

Species in the Viscum genus

Viscum wrayi, Viscum wightianum, Viscum whitei, Viscum wallichianum, Viscum vohimavoense, Viscum tieghemii, Viscum subracemosum, Viscum stenocarpum, Viscum tuberculatum, Viscum tsiafajavonense, Viscum tsaratananense, Viscum trilobatum, Viscum triflorum, Viscum album, Viscum acaciae, Viscum longipetiolatum, Viscum malurianum, Viscum grossum, Viscum grandicaule, Viscum itrafanaombense, Viscum katikianum, Viscum junodii, Viscum indosinense, Viscum heyneanum, Viscum rotundifolium, Viscum roncartii, Viscum ramosissimum, Viscum scurruloideum, Viscum semialatum, Viscum orbiculatum, Viscum myriophlebium, Viscum multipedunculatum, Viscum multiflorum, Viscum apiculatum, Viscum angulatum, Viscum ambongoense, Viscum capitellatum, Viscum birmanicum, Viscum bancroftii, Viscum exile, Viscum dryophilum, Viscum fastigiatum, Viscum mysorense, Viscum congolense, Viscum combreticola, Viscum coloratum, Viscum ceibarum, Viscum decurrens, Viscum cylindricum, Viscum cruciatum,

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

Ernst Heinrich Friedrich Meyer (1791-1858): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'E.Mey.' in the authors string.
Thomas Archibald Sprague (1877-1958): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Sprague' in the authors string.