Misodendrum (feathery mistletoe) is a genus of hemiparasites which grow as mistletoes on various species of Nothofagus. Its species are native to South America. The name of the genus is incorrectly spelt in a number of ways, including Misodendron and Myzodendron.

Misodendrum is placed in its own family, Misodendraceae, in the order Santalales.

Species

, The Plant List accepts the following species:

• Misodendrum angulatum Phil.

• Misodendrum brachystachyum DC.

• Misodendrum gayanum Tiegh.

• Misodendrum linearifolium DC.

• Misodendrum macrolepis Phil.

• Misodendrum oblongifolium DC.

• Misodendrum punctulatum Banks ex DC.

• Misodendrum quadriflorum DC.

See also

• Parasitic plant

References

External links

• Misodendraceae in L. Watson and M.J. Dallwitz (1992 onwards).

• Misodendraceae at Parasitic plants