Hispaniolan Tree Destroyer
Dendrophthora serpyllifolia
Taxonomy
- Division:
- Magnoliophyta | - Flowering plants
- Family:
- Santalaceae
- Genus:
- Dendrophthora
- Species:
- Dendrophthora serpyllifolia
Growth Characteristics
- Life Cycle:
- Perennial
- Growth Habit:
- Shrub , Subshrub
- Light Requirements:
- Full Sun
- Bloom Months:
- may
- Landscaping Shrub:
- Yes
Native Range
United States: Puerto Rico
Soil Requirements
- Soil Type:
- nutrient-poor, rocky, well-drained soil
- Drainage:
- excellent drainage required
- Moisture:
- dry to moderate
- Notes:
- often found on host trees in native habitat