Dwarf-Mistletoe (Arceuthobium)
Dwarf-Mistletoe Genus Details
The mistletoe is a green parasitic plant that anchors to host trees and shrubs by a number of suckers (specialized roots). They are found in the U.S., especially in the southern and western areas. In western states they are a serious problem to evergreens. Because they are a host to the parasitic mistletoe, the evergreens become weakened and susceptible to damage from insects and diseases. The plants have small rubbery leaves and transluscent berries. Mistletoe berries are considered poisonous. Flowering occurs during the spring and summer. Pollen is shed consistently by wind due to the well-exposed flowers that are usually located in the upper portions of tree canopies. As a result, pollen may be dispersed over great distances.
Dwarf-Mistletoe Allergy Info
Few reports of pollinosis due to dwarf mistletoe or Christmas mistletoe (Phoradendron) have been reported.
Dwarf-Mistletoe Pollen Description
The pollen grains of Arceuthobium are subprolate; the amb triangular with slightly concave sides and 3-colpate. The colpi are slightly constricted equatorially and the ora very faint and lolongate.
The sexine is covered by 1 micrometers spinules and the pollen grains are 26-29 x 22 micrometers.
Species in This Genus
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Mild Allergen |
Moderate Allergen |
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Allergy Test Available
Dwarf-Mistletoe (Arceuthobium) is a genus of the VISCACEAE family.
This genus includes the following allergenic species:
This genus includes the following allergenic species:
