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Phoradendron californicum

Acacia Mistletoe, Desert Mistletoe
Other regional names: Mesquite Mistletoe
  • Mesquite Mistletoe
Also known as: Phoradendron californicum f. argenteum Trel. +4 more
  • Phoradendron californicum f. argenteum Trel.
  • Phoradendron californicum f. leucocarpum Trel. ex Munz & I.M.Johnst.
  • Phoradendron californicum f. nanum Trel.
  • Phoradendron californicum var. distans Trel.
  • Phoradendron californicum var. leucocarpum (Trel. ex Munz & I.M.Johnst.) Jeps.
Botanical Data
  • Taxonomic Rank: Species
  • Botanical Family: Santalaceae
  • WCVP Morphological Data: Recorded natively as a hemiparasitic epiphyte.

Originating in North America, Phoradendron californicum (commonly known as Acacia Mistletoe or Desert Mistletoe) is a parasitic plant belonging to the Santalaceae family. In its natural range, this species typically occurs in desert or dry shrubland conditions.

Macro Climate
Arid
Plant Type
Air Plant

Native Range

Continents (WGSRPD)
NORTHERN AMERICA
Regions (WGSRPD)
Mexico, South-Central U.S.A., Southwestern U.S.A.
Botanical Countries (WGSRPD L3)
Arizona, California, Mexico Northwest, Nevada, New Mexico, Utah

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