Hemlock Dwarf Mistletoe
Arceuthobium campylopodum subsp. tsugense
Overview
Hemlock Dwarf Mistletoe (Arceuthobium campylopodum subsp. tsugense) is a parasitic evergreen shrub that grows on hemlock trees in certain parts of North America. Its bright green leaves give it an eye catching appearance as it grows in clumps around the hemlock's branches. This species has adapted over the years to cling on to these trees and absorb their nutrients. Its tiny yellow flowers act as the main means of reproduction, eventually leading to the production of sticky white berries. The Hemlock Dwarf Mistletoe is a species of great importance to conservation as it is an essential part of the local biodiversity.
Care Guide
Watering
Minimal
Light
full sun.
Pruning
Best pruned in December, January, February, May, March, April.
Propagation
Grafting Propagation, Air Layering Propagation, Cutting, Root Suckering, Tissue Culture
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