Erianthemum dregei
About
Erianthemum dregei is a species of parasitic plant in the family Loranthaceae, and is commonly known as the hairy mistletoe or wood flower.
- Family
- Loranthaceae
How to use it
Hairy mistletoe can be used in traditional medicine in some cultures, although caution is advised due to its potential toxicity. Additionally, its unique growth habit can provide ecological benefits, such as supporting bird populations that feed on its berries.
Sources: en.wikipedia.org
In the kitchen
Hairy mistletoe is not eaten by humans. In fact, many mistletoes can be toxic if ingested, so it’s best to admire this unique plant from a distance rather than trying to cook with it.
Sources: en.wikipedia.org
Ecology
How it lives
- Propagated by
- Seed
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- Name
- Erianthemum dregei
- Slug
- erianthemum-dregei
- Kingdom
- Plantae
- Family
- Loranthaceae
- Genus
- Erianthemum
- Species
- dregei
- Wikidata QID
- Q5385925
- Propagule type
- seed
- Container suitable
- No
- Indoor suitable
- No
- OSSI pledged
- No
- Hazard level
- 1
- Data completeness
- 43
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