Loranthaceae
Loranthaceae is a family of flowering plants known as mistletoes. It belongs to the order Santalales and comprises about 75 genera and around 1000 species. Members are primarily hemi-parasitic evergreen shrubs or small trees that attach to the branches of host plants via specialized structures called haustoria; they photosynthesize but obtain water and many nutrients from their hosts.
Leaves and flowers: Leaves are variable; many taxa retain leaves, while some are leafless or have reduced
Ecology and distribution: Loranthaceae is most diverse in tropical and subtropical regions, with many species in
Taxonomy and genera: The family includes numerous genera; representative or historically recognized genera include Loranthus, Taxillus,
Economic and conservation notes: Some Loranthaceae species are cultivated as ornamentals in gardens, while others are