Viscum angulatum is a hemiparasitic plant found in Europe and Asia, known for its angular stems and white berries. It grows on various host trees.
At-a-glance light, water, soil, and growing conditions from plant data
Moderate
50% intensity
Prefers bright, indirect light. Avoid harsh direct sun, which can scorch leaves.
Infrequent
25% intensity
Relies on host plant; mist lightly in very dry conditions.
Well-drained
50% intensity
Moderate
50% intensity
Thrives in average room temperatures between 18-24°C. Protect from frost and extreme cold.
Very Low
10% intensity
Hemiparasitic; relies on host. Fertilize sparingly with a dilute solution if growth is weak.
Safety information from plant toxicity data
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Unknown
Key traits and growing stats from plant data
Watering, pruning, propagation, and repotting details from plant data
Viscum angulatum is an epiphytic plant and does not typically require watering. It obtains moisture and nutrients from its host plant.
If grown in a very dry environment, a light misting may be beneficial, but overwatering can lead to root rot.
Pruning for Viscum angulatum is minimal. Remove any dead or diseased stems to maintain the plant's health. Significant pruning is rarely needed, as the plant naturally adopts a growth habit dictated by its host.
Avoid over-pruning, which can stress the plant.
Propagation of Viscum angulatum is typically done through seeds, which are dispersed by birds. The sticky seed coat adheres to branches of host plants.
Germination is slow and requires specific conditions, making vegetative propagation through cuttings challenging.
Repotting is not applicable to Viscum angulatum as it is an epiphytic and hemiparasitic plant that grows on other trees. It does not have a conventional root system that requires a pot or soil.
It establishes itself directly on the branches of its host.
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Botanical classification
| Rank | Name |
|---|---|
| Kingdom | Plantae |
| Division | Tracheophyta |
| Class | Magnoliopsida |
| Order | Santalales |
| Family | Santalaceae |
| Genus | Viscum |
| Species | Viscum angulatum |
Similar in genus Viscum
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