Taxonomy

Division:

Magnoliophyta | - Flowering plants

Family:

Santalaceae

Genus:

Arceuthobium

Species:

Arceuthobium campylopodum subsp. laricis

Growth Characteristics

Life Cycle:

Perennial

Growth Habit:

Shrub , Subshrub

Height:

Less than 6 in

Light Requirements:

Full Sun

Drought Tolerance:

High

Bloom Months:

jul, aug

Bloom Colors:

Yellow, Green

Native Range

United States: Idaho, Montana, Oregon, Washington

Host Plant for Caterpillars

Soil Requirements

Soil Type:

nutrient-poor, well-drained sandy soil

pH:

5.5 - 7.5 (slightly acidic to neutral)

Drainage:

excellent drainage required

Moisture:

dry to moderate

Notes:

parasitic on Larix species; soil conditions less critical