Colorado Desert mistletoe

Also known as

Colorado Desert mistletoe, bigleaf mistletoe and Christmas mistletoe

Taxonomy

Scientific name

Phoradendron macrophyllum

Genus

Phoradendron

Family

Santalaceae

Order

Santalales

How to care for Colorado Desert mistletoe

💦 Water

How often to water your Colorado Desert mistletoe

Colorado Desert mistletoe needs 0.5 cups of water every 9 when it doesn’t get direct sunlight and is potted in a 5" pot.

Use our water calculator to personalize watering recommendations to your environment or download Greg for more advanced recommendations for all of your plants.

Water 0.5 cups every
9

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☀️ Light

Finding light for Colorado Desert mistletoe in your home

Colorado Desert mistletoe may have difficulty thriving, and will drop leaves 🍃, without ample sunlight.

Place it less than 3 feet from a south-facing window to maximize the potential for growth.

Select your region to see how the current weather in your area affects the placement of Colorado Desert mistletoe in your home 🏡.

🪴 Nutrients

How to fertilize Colorado Desert mistletoe

Nutrient, fertilizer, and repotting needs for Colorado Desert mistletoe: repot after 2X growth

Most potting soils come with ample nutrients which plants use to produce new growth.

By the time your plant has depleted the nutrients in its soil it’s likely grown enough to need a larger pot anyway.

To replenish this plant's nutrients, repot your Colorado Desert mistletoe after it doubles in size or once a year—whichever comes first.

💡 FAQs

💦 Water Needs

Colorado Desert mistletoe prefers for the soil to dry out between waterings and should be watered regularly. Use our water calculator to personalize watering recommendations to your environment or download Greg for more advanced recommendations for all of your plants.

☀️ Sunlight Needs

Colorado Desert mistletoe may have difficulty thriving and will drop leaves 🍃 without ample sunlight. Place it less than 3 feet from a window to maximize the potential for growth. Select your region to see how the current weather in your area affects the placement in your home 🏡.

🐶 🐈 👶 Toxicity

Colorado Desert mistletoe is extremely dangerous if consumed. If you, a family member, or a pet has ingested any amount of plant material contact Poison Control, US (800) 222-1222, or your veterinarian immediately. Colorado Desert mistletoe is not recommended for homes with children, cats, or dogs.

⬆️ ⬇️ Growth Pattern

Colorado Desert mistletoe will branch off as it grows. To encourage branching, pinch off the newest growth at the tip and the stem will branch off into two.

🌦️ Growing Outdoors

USDA Hardiness Zone
Colorado Desert mistletoe can be grown outdoors in USDA Hardiness Zones 6a-11b. Find your local hardiness zone here.

🧐 Troubleshooting

When troubleshooting a sad-looking houseplant, start by checking for signs of distress in its leaves, such as yellowing, browning, or drooping, which can indicate overwatering or nutrient deficiencies.

Inspect the soil moisture; too dry or too wet soil can cause problems.

Ensure the plant is getting the right amount of light, as too much or too little can stress it.

Finally, consider environmental factors like temperature and humidity, and adjust care routines accordingly to revive your plant.