Drooping Mistletoe

Amyema pendulum

Physical Characteristics

Amyema pendulum is a SHRUB. The species is hermaphrodite (has both male and female organs). Suitable for: light (sandy), medium (loamy) and heavy (clay) soils. Suitable pH: mildly acid, neutral and basic (mildly alkaline) soils. It can grow in semi-shade (light woodland) or no shade. It prefers moist soil.

Distribution

Australia - all mainland states.

Habitats

Woodland Garden Dappled Shade;

Edible Uses

Fruit - raw or cooked. A sweet and pleasant taste but a very glutinous texture[144].

Medicinal Uses

None known

Known Hazards

None known