Dwarf mistletoe is a common problem in Colorado forests on ponderosa and lodgepole pine. Douglas fir, pinon and limber pine also are affected to some extent by this same parasite.

My husband and I noticed some mistletoe-looking stuff on our pinyon. It's very unattractive and did not inspire any kissing. I know it's too dry here for regular mistletoe, but ...

Answer: For me, the control approach depends mainly on the kind of tree, how bad the infestation is, and if the mistletoe is reasonably reachable. In a nutshell: there are many species of ...

It’s the dwarf mistletoes (Arceuthobium spp.) that are known for infesting many other conifers. These evergreen mistletoes are sneaky because they’re hidden year-round.

Mistletoe has a dark side because some species are bad for the environment. “It can harm and kill trees,” said Nicole Keleher, forest health director.

Dwarf mistletoe has a unique seed dispersal system. Its fruit, which look similar to, but darker than oak mistletoe, will explode when ripe and project the seed up to 50 feet onto another branch ...

Dwarf mistletoe attacks lodgepole, limber, ponderosa, Douglas fir and pinyon pines. Leafy mistletoe occurs primarily on juniper in the central Rocky Mountain region.

The Dwarf Mistletoe, Arceuthobium americanum , employs a unique reproductive method that help it thrive, but forests ultimately pay the price. Skip to main content. Open menu Close menu ...

While mistletoe continues to play its part in our wintertime tradition, ... Villosum grows only on oaks, and Arceuthobium spp., a dwarf mistletoe, is found on conifers.

New England’s cold winters keep dwarf mistletoe from taking hold here, she said, but that could change. “I think about climate change and wonder when is the tipping point. It could be a ...