Resources of The Mistletoe Center
Annotated Bibliography
This is an online database for published literature on the vascular
plant parasite known as mistletoe. Records include published books,
proceeding, and journal articles which discuss whole or in part some
aspect mistletoe lore, use, biology, or management. Records also
include numerous biological evaluations and management reports.
Genera of Mistletoes
A compilation by Frank Hawksworth listing more than 200 genera (current and synonyms) in the mistletoe families Eremolepidaceae, Loranthaceae, Misodendraceae, and Viscaceae.
Homeowner's Guide Dwarf Mistletoe Management
A practical guide for the small woodlot or residential owner by Charles Arnold with basic information on biology and management of dwarf mistletoes in Colorado.
Dwarf Mistletoe in Balochistan: A Literature Review
A publication by William Ciesla with much good general information on dwarf mistletoes and examples not only from Pakistan but also Colorado.
Other very useful sources of information (e.g., Forest Insect and Disease Leaflets) are listed on the
Links page.
SPREAD AND INTENSIFICATION
Ideas for expansion of the Mistletoe Center include: description of
studies in progress, reference material such as distribution maps,
species profiles, and a photo album. Your suggestions
for new content and uses and for improvement of current pages are solicited.
Contact Brian Geils, bgeils@fs.fed.us.