Status:
valid
Authors:
Jacq.
Source:
cmp
Year:
1762
Citation Micro:
Enum. Stirp. Vindob. : 55 (1762)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000366197
Common Names
- European Loranthus
- Loranthus europaeus
- Loranthus guadalupensis
Synonyms
- Loranthus dioicus Stokes [unknown]
- Viscum quernum Rchb. [unknown]
- Hyphear europaeum Danser [unknown]
Description
Loranthus europaeus (also called 'European Mistletoe', among many other common names) is a perennial evergreen shrub native to Europe. It has leathery leaves and produces small white flowers. It grows in deciduous and coniferous forests.
Uses & Benefits
Loranthus europaeus is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a houseplant. It is also used to create living sculptures and as a ground cover in xeriscaping.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Loranthus europaeus is yellow and tubular, with a single pistil and six stamens. The seed is small and round. The seedlings are short and slender, with small, oval leaves.
Cultivation and Propagation
Loranthus europaeus is a semi-evergreen shrub that can be propagated by cuttings or by seed. It prefers a well-drained soil in a sunny or partially shaded position. It is a hardy plant that can tolerate temperatures down to -10°C (14°F). It can be propagated by taking semi-ripe cuttings in summer or by sowing the seeds in spring. The seedlings should be transplanted when they are large enough to handle.
Where to Find Loranthus europaeus
Loranthus europaeus can be found in Europe, North Africa, and parts of Asia.
Loranthus europaeus FAQ
What is the scientific name of Loranthus europaeus?
Loranthus europaeus
What is the common name of Loranthus europaeus?
European Mistletoe
What is the natural habitat of Loranthus europaeus?
Temperate forests of Europe
Species in the Loranthus genus
Species in the Loranthaceae family
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Actinanthella wyliei,
Aetanthus andreanus,
Aetanthus colombianus,
Aetanthus coriaceus,
Aetanthus dichotomus,
Aetanthus engelsii,
Aetanthus macranthus,
Aetanthus mutisii,
Aetanthus nodosus,
Aetanthus ornatus,
Aetanthus ovalis,
Aetanthus trifolius,
Aetanthus prolongatus,
Aetanthus sessilifolius,
Aetanthus verticillatus,
Aetanthus megaphyllus,
Aetanthus pascoensis,
Aetanthus tachirensis,
Aetanthus validus,
Agelanthus atrocoronatus,
Agelanthus bipartitus,
Agelanthus brunneus,
Agelanthus combreticola,
Agelanthus copaiferae,
Agelanthus crassifolius,
Agelanthus deltae,
Agelanthus dichrous,
Agelanthus discolor,
Agelanthus djurensis,
Agelanthus dodonaeifolius,
Agelanthus elegantulus,
Agelanthus entebbensis,
Agelanthus falcifolius,
Agelanthus flammeus,
Agelanthus fuellebornii,
Agelanthus gilgii,
Agelanthus glaucoviridis,
Agelanthus glomeratus,
Agelanthus gracilis,
Agelanthus guineensis,
Agelanthus henriquesii,
Agelanthus heteromorphus,
Agelanthus igneus,
Agelanthus irangensis,
Agelanthus kayseri,
Agelanthus keilii,
Agelanthus krausei,
Agelanthus kraussianus,
Agelanthus lancifolius,