Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Santalales
Species:
leucarpum
ID:
475019

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Raf.) Reveal & M.C.Johnst.

Source:
cmp

Year:
1989

Citation Micro:
Taxon 38: 107 (1989)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000474351

Common Names

  • Phoradendron leucarpum
  • Leucarpum Vine
  • Leucarpum Climber

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Synonyms

  • Viscum leucarpum Raf. [unknown]
  • Viscum serotinum Raf. [unknown]
  • Viscum rugosum Raf. [unknown]
  • Viscum ochroleucum Raf. [unknown]
  • Viscum flavescens Pursh [unknown]
  • Phoradendron goldmanii Trel. [unknown]
  • Phoradendron flavescens (Pursh) Nutt. [unknown]
  • Phoradendron serotinum (Raf.) M.C.Johnst. [unknown]
  • Phoradendron leucarpum leucarpum [unknown]
  • Phoradendron leucarpum tomentosum (DC.) J.R.Abbott & R.L.Thomps. [unknown]
  • Phoradendron tomentosum (DC.) A.Gray [unknown]
  • Phoradendron eatonii Trel. [unknown]
  • Phoradendron macrotomum Trel. [unknown]
  • Phoradendron orbiculatum Engelm. ex A.Gray [unknown]
  • Viscum tomentosum DC. [unknown]
  • Phoradendron serotinum tomentosum (DC.) Kuijt [unknown]
  • Phoradendron flavens tomentosum (DC.) Engelm. [unknown]

Description

Phoradendron leucarpum (also called Phoradendron Leucarpum, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the family Viscaceae. It is native to Mexico, Central America, and South America. It grows in open, dry, rocky, and disturbed areas.

Uses & Benefits

Phoradendron leucarpum is used as an ornamental plant, for its edible fruits and for its medicinal properties.

Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species

Phoradendron leucarpum sub. angustifolium (Kuijt) J.R.Abbott & R.L.Thomps.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flowers of Phoradendron leucarpum are small, greenish-yellow, and grow in clusters. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings are small and green.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Phoradendron leucarpum is a fast-growing, evergreen shrub with a spreading habit. It can be propagated from cuttings, which should be taken in spring or summer. The cuttings should be taken from the tips of the branches and should be about 6-8 inches long. The cuttings should be placed in a pot filled with a mixture of equal parts of sand and peat moss. The pot should be kept in a warm, bright location and watered regularly. The cuttings should root within a few weeks.

Where to Find Phoradendron leucarpum

Phoradendron leucarpum is native to Mexico, Central America, and South America. It is found in tropical and subtropical forests, as well as in disturbed areas.

Phoradendron leucarpum FAQ

What is the scientific name of Phoradendron leucarpum?

Phoradendron leucarpum

What is the common name of Phoradendron leucarpum?

American Mistletoe

What is the natural habitat of Phoradendron leucarpum?

Tropical and subtropical forests

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-2548198: Based on the initial data import
Constantine Samuel Rafinesque (1783-1840): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Raf.' in the authors string.
James L. Reveal (1941-2015): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Reveal' in the authors string.
Marshall Conring Johnston (b.1930): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'M.C.Johnst.' in the authors string.