What is another word for Family Loranthaceae?
Pronunciation: [fˈamɪli lˈɔːɹanθˌe͡ɪsiː] (IPA) 
Family Loranthaceae, commonly known as mistletoe, is a group of flowering plants that parasitically grow on other trees. They belong to the order Santalales. The family consists of around 75 genera and over 950 species. Some of the common synonyms for Family Loranthaceae include mistletoe family, Viscaceae family, and Loranthus family. Mistletoe is popularly known for its association with Christmas celebrations, where it is used as a decorative plant. However, it has many medicinal properties and is widely used in traditional medicine to treat various ailments. Some species of Family Loranthaceae also have religious and cultural significance in many parts of the world.
