Sandalwoods, mistletoes and allies (Santalales)

Sandalwoods, mistletoes and allies

Sandalwoods, mistletoes and allies are a diverse order of flowering plants, encompassing various holoparasitic and hemiparasitic species. Characteristically, these plants often exhibit reduced leaves and distinct haustorial connections to host plants, drawing nutrients directly. This adaptation enables them to thrive in nutrient-poor environments, often leading to unique, sometimes woody growth forms and inconspicuous flowers.

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Sandalwoods, mistletoes and allies (Santalales)

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