Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Santalales
Species:
lepidotus
ID:
641813

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Krug & Urb.) Leiva & I.Arias

Source:
cmp

Year:
1983

Citation Micro:
Revista Jard. Bot. Nac. Univ. Habana 4(1): 40 (1983)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000641145

Common Names

  • Dendropemon lepidotus
  • Lepidotus
  • Dendropemon

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Description

Dendropemon lepidotus (also called Scaly Mistletoe, among many other common names) is a species of mistletoe native to Central and South America. It is an evergreen shrub, growing up to 2 m tall. Its leaves are oblong to lanceolate, 3–7 cm long and 1–3 cm broad, with a serrated margin. It is found in tropical rainforest habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Dendropemon lepidotus is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks, and as a medicinal plant in traditional medicine.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Dendropemon lepidotus is white in color and has five petals. The seed is small and black in color. The seedlings are thin and long with small, pointed leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Dendropemon lepidotus is an evergreen, perennial shrub that can reach up to 3 m in height. It prefers moist, well-drained soils in full sun or partial shade. Propagation is by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in spring or summer in a well-drained, moist soil. Cuttings should be taken in late spring or early summer and planted in a well-drained, moist soil.

Where to Find Dendropemon lepidotus

Dendropemon lepidotus is native to tropical and subtropical regions of the Americas, including Mexico, Central America, and South America.

Dendropemon lepidotus FAQ

What is the scientific name of Dendropemon lepidotus?

Dendropemon lepidotus

What is the common name of Dendropemon lepidotus?

Lepidotus Stinging Nettle

What is the natural habitat of Dendropemon lepidotus?

Dendropemon lepidotus is native to Australia and New Zealand

Species in the Dendropemon genus

Species in the Loranthaceae family

Actinanthella menyharthii, Actinanthella wyliei, Aetanthus andreanus, Aetanthus colombianus, Aetanthus coriaceus, Aetanthus dichotomus, Aetanthus engelsii, Aetanthus macranthus, Aetanthus mutisii, Aetanthus nodosus, Aetanthus ornatus, Aetanthus ovalis, Aetanthus trifolius, Aetanthus prolongatus, Aetanthus sessilifolius, Aetanthus verticillatus, Aetanthus megaphyllus, Aetanthus pascoensis, Aetanthus tachirensis, Aetanthus validus, Agelanthus atrocoronatus, Agelanthus bipartitus, Agelanthus brunneus, Agelanthus combreticola, Agelanthus copaiferae, Agelanthus crassifolius, Agelanthus deltae, Agelanthus dichrous, Agelanthus discolor, Agelanthus djurensis, Agelanthus dodonaeifolius, Agelanthus elegantulus, Agelanthus entebbensis, Agelanthus falcifolius, Agelanthus flammeus, Agelanthus fuellebornii, Agelanthus gilgii, Agelanthus glaucoviridis, Agelanthus glomeratus, Agelanthus gracilis, Agelanthus guineensis, Agelanthus henriquesii, Agelanthus heteromorphus, Agelanthus igneus, Agelanthus irangensis, Agelanthus kayseri, Agelanthus keilii, Agelanthus krausei, Agelanthus kraussianus, Agelanthus lancifolius,

References

The Plant List v1.1 record kew-2760829: Based on the initial data import
Ignatz Urban (1848-1931): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Urb.' in the authors string.
Karl Wilhelm Leopold Krug (1833-1898): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Krug' in the authors string.
Ileana Arias (b.1958): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'I.Arias' in the authors string.
Ángela T. Leiva Sánchez (1948-2014): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Leiva' in the authors string.