Phoradendron ayacuchanum - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Santalales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
ayacuchanum
ID:
473246
Status:
valid
Authors:
Trel.
Source:
ksu
Year:
1937
Citation Micro:
Publ. Field Columb. Mus., Bot. Ser. 12: 385 (1937)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000472578
Common Names
- Phoradendron ayacuchanum
- Ayacucho Phoradendron
- Ayacucho Tree Phoradendron
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Phoradendron ayacuchanum (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 ayacuchanum is used as an ornamental plant, for its medicinal properties, and as a source of fiber.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Phoradendron ayacuchanum has small, yellow flowers that are arranged in clusters. The seeds are small, round and black. The seedlings are thin and have a single pair of leaves.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Phoradendron ayacuchanum is a species of mistletoe native to South America. It is a semi-parasitic plant that attaches itself to trees and shrubs. It can be propagated by seed or by cuttings. It prefers bright, indirect light and should be watered regularly.
Where to Find Phoradendron ayacuchanum
Phoradendron ayacuchanum is native to South America. It is found in tropical rainforests and woodlands.
Phoradendron ayacuchanum FAQ
What is the scientific name of Phoradendron ayacuchanum?
Phoradendron ayacuchanum
What is the common name of Phoradendron ayacuchanum?
Ayacuchan Phoradendron
What is the habitat of Phoradendron ayacuchanum?
It is found in moist, shady areas, such as forests and woodlands
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
William Trelease (1857-1945): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Trel.' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:193895-2: Based on the initial data import