Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Santalales
Species:
trinervium
ID:
474953

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Lam.) Griseb.

Source:
cmp

Year:
1860

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

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000474285

Common Names

  • Phoradendron trinervium
  • Trinervium Phoradendron
  • Trinervium's Phoradendron

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Synonyms

  • Loranthus domingensis Ham. [unknown]
  • Viscum tetragonum DC. [unknown]
  • Viscum trinervium Lam. [unknown]
  • Viscum jamaicense Macfad. [unknown]
  • Viscum myrtilloides Willd. [unknown]
  • Viscum oblongifolium DC. [unknown]
  • Phthirusa domingensis Eichler [unknown]
  • Phoradendron baileyae Trel. [unknown]
  • Phoradendron treleasei Rizzini [unknown]
  • Phoradendron domingense (Desv.) Trel. [unknown]
  • Phoradendron zuloagae Trel. [unknown]
  • Phoradendron theloneuron Rizzini [unknown]
  • Phoradendron rubrum longipedunculatum Rizzini [unknown]
  • Phoradendron oblongifolium Eichler [unknown]
  • Phoradendron myrtilloides (Willd.) Griseb. [unknown]
  • Phoradendron rubrum longispicum Eichler [unknown]
  • Phoradendron rubrum latifolium Eichler [unknown]
  • Phoradendron rubrum brevispicum Eichler [unknown]
  • Phoradendron trinervium domingense (Desv.) Krug & Urb. [unknown]
  • Struthanthus domingensis G.Don [unknown]
  • Dendropemon domingensis (Ham.) Tiegh. [unknown]
  • Dendrophthora myrtilloides (Willd.) Eichler [unknown]
  • Phoradendron piauhyanum Trel. [unknown]
  • Phoradendron sanctae-martae Trel. [unknown]
  • Phoradendron appunii Trel. [unknown]
  • Phoradendron apertum Trel. [unknown]
  • Phoradendron fusco-erubescens Rizzini [unknown]
  • Phoradendron saxicola Rizzini [unknown]

Description

Phoradendron trinervium (also called Phoradendron, among many other common names) is a species of mistletoe that is native to the tropical and subtropical regions of South America. It has small, oval-shaped leaves that are covered in a white, waxy coating, and its flowers are small and yellow. It is found in humid forests and is often found growing on trees.

Uses & Benefits

Phoradendron trinervium is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and landscapes. It is also used for its medicinal properties to treat fever, headaches, and other ailments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Phoradendron trinervium has small, yellow flowers with a red center. The seeds are small, black and round. The seedlings are small and white.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Phoradendron trinervium is a tropical plant that can be propagated by cuttings or by seed. It prefers a warm, humid climate and partial shade. It should be planted in well-draining soil and watered regularly. Fertilize with a balanced fertilizer every few weeks during the growing season.

Where to Find Phoradendron trinervium

Phoradendron trinervium is native to the United States and Mexico. It can be found in moist, shady areas, such as woodlands and along streams.

Phoradendron trinervium FAQ

What is the scientific name of Phoradendron trinervium?

Phoradendron trinervium

What is the family of Phoradendron trinervium?

Loranthaceae

What is the common name of Phoradendron trinervium?

Three-Nerved Mistletoe

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-2548071: Based on the initial data import
August Grisebach (1814-1879): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Griseb.' in the authors string.
Jean-Baptiste de Lamarck (1744-1829): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Lam.' in the authors string.