Loranthaceae
Erianthemum alveatum
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Not currently in the nursery
We can propagate most native species on request — get in touch to discuss timeline and quantity.
About
Erianthemum alveatum belongs to a genus of hemiparasitic shrubs native to tropical and southern Africa. These plants are characterized by flowers that are typically yellow to green and covered in silky hairs. They produce berries which can be orange, reddish, or blue-green, containing orange or red seeds.
Where it works in Kilifi
As a hemiparasitic shrub, this species requires a host tree for establishment and growth. It is suitable for ecological restoration projects, where it can be introduced to compatible indigenous host trees within a Kilifi-coast landscape.
Growing notes
This is a parasitic plant that must be propagated on a suitable host tree. Specific growth rates, water needs, or hardiness beyond its reliance on a host are not detailed in general for the species, but mistletoes in this family often thrive in various woodland and forest edge habitats.
Sources
Researched with web grounding from: zimbabweflora.co.zw, wikipedia.org, grokipedia.com. Please verify with local knowledge before relying on these notes.