Loranthaceae: Characters, Distribution and Affinities
In this article we will discuss about:- 1. Characters of Loranthaceae 2. Distribution of Loranthaceae 3. Affinities. Characters of Loranthaceae: Aerial parasite usually, cup-shaped receptacle; inferior ovary and the absence of distinct ovules. A. Vegetative characters: Habit: Herbs, perennial, aerial parasitic or semi-parasitic on trees. Root: Modified adventitious roots in the form of haustoria, Nuystia (W. Australia) rooted in earth. [...]