Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Santalales
Species:
siskiyouense
ID:
543971

Status:
valid

Authors:
Hawksw., Wiens & Nickrent

Source:
cmp

Year:
1992

Citation Micro:
Novon 2: 204 (1992)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000543303

Common Names

  • Arceuthobium siskiyouense
  • Siskiyou Dwarf Mistletoe
  • Siskiyou Dwarf-mistletoe

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Synonyms

  • Arceuthobium campylopodum siskiyouense (Hawksw., Wiens & Nickrent) Nickrent [unknown]

Description

Arceuthobium siskiyouense (also called Siskiyou Dwarf Mistletoe, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the family Santalaceae. It is a small evergreen shrub, growing up to 0.5 m tall. It is native to the Northern Hemisphere, from North America to Europe and Asia. It grows on coniferous trees, often in dry, sandy soils.

Uses & Benefits

Arceuthobium siskiyouense is used as a soil stabilizer and for erosion control.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Arceuthobium siskiyouense flowers are small, yellowish-green in color, and have five petals. The seed is a small, hard, black nutlet. The seedlings are small, with a single cotyledon and a pair of opposite, simple leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Arceuthobium siskiyouense is an evergreen shrub that can be grown in full sun or partial shade. It prefers well-drained soil and tolerates drought and salt spray. Propagation is usually done by seed, cuttings, or layering.

Where to Find Arceuthobium siskiyouense

Arceuthobium siskiyouense is native to the Siskiyou Mountains of Oregon and California.

Arceuthobium siskiyouense FAQ

What is the growth rate of Arceuthobium siskiyouense?

The growth rate of Arceuthobium siskiyouense is slow to moderate.

What is the optimal soil type for Arceuthobium siskiyouense?

Arceuthobium siskiyouense prefers well-drained, acidic soil.

What is the ideal temperature for Arceuthobium siskiyouense?

The ideal temperature for Arceuthobium siskiyouense is between 65-75°F (18-24°C).

Species in the Arceuthobium genus

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, Arceuthobium rubrum, Arceuthobium sichuanense, Arceuthobium siskiyouense, Arceuthobium strictum, Arceuthobium tibetense, Arceuthobium tsugense, Arceuthobium vaginatum, Arceuthobium verticilliflora, Arceuthobium yecorense, Arceuthobium cyanocarpum, Arceuthobium chinensis, Arceuthobium gambyi,

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 kew-2646840: Based on the initial data import
Delbert Wiens (b.1932): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Wiens' in the authors string.
Frank Goode Hawksworth (1926-1993): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Hawksw.' in the authors string.
Daniel L. Nickrent (b.1956): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Nickrent' in the authors string.