Taxonomy

Division:

Magnoliophyta | - Flowering plants

Family:

Santalaceae

Genus:

Phoradendron

Species:

Phoradendron hawksworthii

Growth Characteristics

Life Cycle:

Perennial

Growth Habit:

Shrub , Subshrub

Height:

2-3 ft

Light Requirements:

Full Sun

Bloom Months:

may, jun, jul, aug

Bloom Colors:

Yellow, Green

Native Range

United States: Texas

Host Plant for Caterpillars

Soil Requirements

Soil Type:

grows on host trees, no soil

Notes:

Epiphytic plant, relies on host for nutrients