arceuthobium

/ɑrˈkjuːθoʊbiəm/

Definitions

1. noun

A genus of dwarf mistletoes, parasitic plants that grow on the branches of coniferous trees.

“The arceuthobium infestation on the pine trees has caused significant damage to the forest ecosystem.”

Synonyms

  • coniferous parasite
  • dwarf mistletoe

Antonyms

  • non-parasitic species
  • parasitic-free plant