Cory's Mistletoe

Phoradendron coryae

Native to:
Mexico, United States

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Taxonomy

Division:
Magnoliophyta | - Flowering plants
Family:
Santalaceae
Genus:
Phoradendron
Species:
Phoradendron coryae
USDA Symbol:
PHCO14

Growth Characteristics

Life Cycle:
Perennial
Growth Habit:
Shrub , Subshrub
Height:
100 cm
Light Requirements:
Part Shade
Drought Tolerance:
Medium
Bloom Months:
feb,mar,apr
Bloom Colors:
green, yellow

Garden & Ecology Notes

Wildlife Value:
birds
Deer Resistant:
Yes

Soil Requirements

Soil Type:
grows on host trees, not soil
Notes:
Epiphytic plant; relies on host for nutrients