- Author: Lynn M. Sosnoskie
Published on: December 20, 2018
What are mistletoes?
Mistletoes (Arceuthobium spp. [dwarf mistletoes], Phoradendron spp. [American mistletoes], and Viscum album. [European mistletoe]) are evergreen, flowering plants that parasitize trees and shrubs to acquire water and nutrients. All dwarf and American mistletoes occurring in California are native species whereas Viscum album was introduced to California from Eurasia. Although sometimes considered as undesirable pests, mistletoes may be important components of local ecosystems. For example, the seeds of some mistletoes can serve as food sources...
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Tags: mistletoe (1), weed biology (16), weed ecology (10), weed identification (17), weed management (24), Weeds Affecting Plants (5)
Focus Area Tags: Agriculture, Pest Management
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