Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Santalales
Species:
rubrum
ID:
475006

Status:
valid

Authors:
(L.) Griseb.

Source:
cmp

Year:
1860

Citation Micro:
Fl. Brit. W. I. : 314 (1860)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000474338

Common Names

  • Phoradendron rubrum
  • Rubrum Vine
  • Rubrum Climber

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Synonyms

  • Viscum rubrum L. [unknown]
  • Struthanthus oblongus G.Don [unknown]
  • Phoradendron tetrastachyum spathulifolium Griseb. [unknown]
  • Phoradendron spathulifolium (Griseb.) Krug & Urb. [unknown]

Description

Phoradendron rubrum (also called Phoradendron Rubrum, 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 rubrum is used as an ornamental plant, for its edible fruits and for its medicinal properties.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flowers of Phoradendron rubrum 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 rubrum 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 rubrum

Phoradendron rubrum is native to the United States and Mexico. It can be found in dry, rocky areas, such as deserts and canyons.

Phoradendron rubrum FAQ

What type of plant is Phoradendron rubrum?

Phoradendron rubrum is a species of mistletoe in the family Santalaceae.

Where is Phoradendron rubrum found?

Phoradendron rubrum is native to Mexico, Central America, and South America.

What is the growth habit of Phoradendron rubrum?

Phoradendron rubrum is an evergreen shrub that grows up to 5 meters in height.

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-2548175: Based on the initial data import
Carl Linnaeus (1707-1778): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'L.' in the authors string.
August Grisebach (1814-1879): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Griseb.' in the authors string.