Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Santalales
Species:
anceps
ID:
473264

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Spreng.) M.Gómez

Source:
cmp

Year:
1895

Citation Micro:
Anales Inst. Segunda Enseñ. 2: 170 (1895)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000472596

Common Names

  • Phoradendron anceps
  • Two-edged Phoradendron
  • Two-edged Tree Phoradendron

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Synonyms

  • Viscum anceps Spreng. [unknown]
  • Phoradendron crenulatum Urb. [unknown]
  • Phoradendron scariosum Rizzini [unknown]
  • Phoradendron liesnerianum Rizzini [unknown]
  • Aspidixia anceps (Spreng.) Tiegh. [unknown]
  • Phoradendron chrysocarpum Krug & Urb. [unknown]
  • Phoradendron helleri Trel. [unknown]
  • Phoradendron chrysocarpum dussii Urb. [unknown]
  • Phoradendron dussii (Urb.) Trel. [unknown]
  • Phoradendron albovaginatum Urb. [unknown]
  • Phoradendron barahonae Urb. & Trel. [unknown]
  • Phoradendron cauliflorum Trel. [unknown]
  • Phoradendron chrysocarpum parvifolium Trel. & Stehlé [unknown]
  • Phoradendron dussii pauli Stehlé [unknown]
  • Phoradendron dussii parvifolium Stehlé [unknown]

Description

Phoradendron anceps (also called Phoradendron, among many other common names) is a small shrub native to tropical regions of Central and South America. It is typically found in moist and shady habitats, such as rainforests and cloud forests. It has small, oval-shaped leaves and small yellow flowers.

Uses & Benefits

Phoradendron anceps is used as an ornamental plant, for its medicinal properties, and as a source of fiber.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Phoradendron anceps has small white flowers with four petals and yellow anthers. Its seeds are small, round and black. The seedlings have small, oval-shaped leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Phoradendron anceps can be propagated from seed or stem cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained soil mix and kept moist. Stem cuttings should be taken from healthy, mature plants and rooted in a moist soil mix. Both methods require bright, indirect light and temperatures of 65-75°F (18-24°C).

Where to Find Phoradendron anceps

Phoradendron anceps can be found in the southwestern United States and Mexico.

Phoradendron anceps FAQ

What is the scientific name of Phoradendron anceps?

Phoradendron anceps

What is the common name of Phoradendron anceps?

Two-Lobed Mistletoe

What is the natural habitat of Phoradendron anceps?

It is found in the southwestern United States and Mexico, growing on oaks and other hardwood trees.

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,

References

The Plant List v1.1 record kew-2545458: Based on the initial data import
Kurt Polycarp Joachim Sprengel (1766-1833): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Spreng.' in the authors string.
Manuel Gómez de la Maza y Jiménez (1867-1916): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'M.Gómez' in the authors string.