Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Santalales
Species:
vaginatum
ID:
543976

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Humb. & Bonpl. ex Willd.) J.Presl

Source:
cmp

Year:
1825

Citation Micro:
Prir. Rostlin 2: 28 (1825)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000543308

Common Names

  • Arceuthobium vaginatum
  • Sheathed Dwarf Mistletoe
  • Sheathed Dwarf-mistletoe

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Synonyms

  • Razoumofskya vaginata (Humb. & Bonpl. ex Willd.) Kuntze [unknown]
  • Arceuthobium vaginatum vaginatum [unknown]
  • Viscum vaginatum Humb. & Bonpl. ex Willd. [unknown]

Description

Arceuthobium vaginatum (also called Common 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 vaginatum is used as a soil stabilizer and for erosion control.

Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species

Arceuthobium vaginatum sub. cryptopodum (Engelm.) Hawksw. & Wiens
Arceuthobium vaginatum sub. durangense Hawksw. & Wiens

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Arceuthobium vaginatum 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 vaginatum can be propagated by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in the spring in a well-drained, sandy soil. Cuttings should be taken in the summer and planted in a well-drained, sandy soil. Both methods require full sun and regular watering.

Where to Find Arceuthobium vaginatum

Arceuthobium vaginatum is native to North America, particularly in the western United States and Canada.

Arceuthobium vaginatum FAQ

What is the growth rate of Arceuthobium vaginatum?

The growth rate of Arceuthobium vaginatum is slow to moderate.

What is the optimal soil type for Arceuthobium vaginatum?

Arceuthobium vaginatum prefers well-drained, acidic soil.

What is the ideal temperature for Arceuthobium vaginatum?

The ideal temperature for Arceuthobium vaginatum 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-2646847: Based on the initial data import
Jan Svatopluk Presl (1791-1849): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'J.Presl' in the authors string.
Carl Ludwig Willdenow (1765-1812): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Willd.' in the authors string.
Alexander von Humboldt (1769-1859): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Humb.' in the authors string.
Aimé Bonpland (1773-1858): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Bonpl.' in the authors string.