Phoradendron californicum (Desert Mistletoe) - Image 3

Botanical name: Phoradendron californicum

Common names: Desert Mistletoe, Mesquite Mistletoe

Family: Santalaceae

Origin: California, Arizona

Small plant 2-5 ftFull sunDry conditionsToxic or PoisonousEdible plantPlant attracts butterflies, hummingbirdsEthnomedical plant.
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Phoradendron californicum (Desert Mistletoe) yellow flower clusters on thin green stems close up


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