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