Viscum Articulatum (Viscum Articulatum) is a perennial shrub in the Santalaceae family with moderate care difficulty. It requires moderate watering and partial shade or filtered_light light in USDA hardiness zones 9-12. This plant is toxic to cats and dogs — keep it out of reach of pets.

Viscum articulatum is a hemiparasitic epiphytic shrub native to tropical and subtropical Asia and the South Pacific, typically growing as an evergreen, slender, and much-branched plant.

Viscum Articulatum

Viscum Articulatum

Viscum Articulatum

Viscum articulatum is a hemiparasitic epiphytic shrub native to tropical and subtropical Asia and the South Pacific, typically growing as an evergreen, slender, and much-branched plant.

Quick Facts

Type
shrub
Lifecycle
perennial
Care Difficulty
Moderate
Water Needs
Moderate
Light
Partial Shade, filtered_light
Hardiness Zones
9-12

Safety

⚠️
Not Pet Safe
⚠️
Not Child Safe
☠️
Toxic

Growing Conditions

Soil Types:loamy, silty
Indoor:No
Outdoor:Yes
Garden Use:ornamental, wildlife attractant, epiphytic display

Care Calendar

Monthly care tasks for Viscum Articulatum

Jan
Prune
Feb
Fertilize
Mar
Repot
Apr
Water+
May
...
Jun
...
Jul
...
Aug
...
Sep
...
Oct
...
Nov
...
Dec
...

Expert Care Tips

Pro tips from botanists and plant experts

Watering Tip

Check soil moisture by inserting your finger 1 inch deep. Water only when the top layer feels dry to prevent overwatering.

Humidity Trick

Group plants together to create...

Growth Hack

Rotate your plant every...

Photo Gallery10+ photos

Viscum Articulatum
Viscum Articulatum detail

View leaf details, flowers, seeds & more in the app

Taxonomy

Family:Santalaceae
Genus:Viscum