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leechbush

Scientific Name: Dendropemon

Family: Loranthaceae

Category: Dicot

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Leechbush (Dendropemon)

Leechbush is a common name applied to plants within the genus Dendropemon. This genus encompasses several species, each with its own specific characteristics and distribution.

Considerations for Pets

  • The text mentions "leechbrush or leechbush" and "conjurer's root" are used as names, seemingly indicating utilization of this plant, which might be a point of consideration for those who have animals that chew on plants.

Taxonomy and Nomenclature

  • Scientific Name: Dendropemon (Blume) Schult. & Schult. f.
  • Family: Loranthaceae
  • Kingdom: Plantae
  • Taxonomic Rank: Species
  • Synonyms:
    • Phthirusa bicolor (Krug & Urb.) Engl. (for Dendropemon bicolor)
    • Phthirusa purpurea (L.) Engl. (for Dendropemon purpureus)
    • Loranthus parviflorus (for Dendropemon purpureus)
  • Common Names: Leechbush, Puerto Rico Leechbush, F-angle Leechbush, Smooth Leechbush, Hicaquillo, Conjurer's-nut, Leechbrush, Conjurer's Root

Species within Dendropemon:

  • Dendropemon bicolor Krug & Urb. - Puerto Rico Leechbush
  • Dendropemon caribaeus Krug & Urb. - F-angle Leechbush
  • Dendropemon purpureus (L.) Krug & Urb. - Smooth Leechbush
  • Dendropemon sintenisii
  • Dendropemon claraensis - F-Angle Leechbush (Cuba)

Distribution and Habitat

  • Dendropemon bicolor (Puerto Rico Leechbush) is found in Puerto Rico, Antarctica, and Mexico.
  • Dendropemon caribaeus (F-angle Leechbush) is found in Cuba.

Morphological Characteristics

  • Dendropemon bicolor (Puerto Rico Leechbush) is described as a shrub.
  • Dendropemon bicolor (Puerto Rico Leechbush) is a perennial plant.
  • Dendropemon caribaeus is a shrub.

Further Information

  • Encyclopedia of Life: Contains articles about Dendropemon, including information from Wikipedia.
  • Garden Guides: Provides information on growing Leechbush (Dendropemon).
  • Discover Life: Features pages on the biology, natural history, ecology, identification, and distribution of Dendropemon bicolor.
  • USDA PLANTS: A PLANTS profile of Dendropemon caribaeus (f-angle leechbush)