Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Gentianales
Genus:
Species:
cassythoides
ID:
510560

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Suess.) Morillo

Source:
cmp

Year:
2008

Citation Micro:
Nuevo Cat. Fl. Vasc. Venezuela : 223 (2008)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000509892

Common Names

  • Orthosia Cassythoides
  • Cassythoides Moth
  • Cassythoides

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Synonyms

  • Cynanchum cassythoides Suess. [unknown]

Description

Orthosia cassythoides (also called Cassythoid Orthosia, among many other common names) is a shrub native to the Andes mountains of South America. It is characterized by its white flowers and its leathery leaves. It grows in dry and sunny areas, such as rocky hillsides and meadows.

Uses & Benefits

Orthosia cassythoides is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used as a medicinal plant to treat various ailments such as fever, colds, and headaches.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Orthosia cassythoides is a small, white, bell-shaped flower with a yellow center. The seed is a small, black, oval-shaped seed. The seedling is a small, green, oval-shaped seedling with a white center.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Orthosia cassythoides is a perennial that can be propagated from seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-draining soil mix and kept moist. Cuttings should be taken from new growth and planted in a well-draining soil mix. Both methods should be kept in a warm, humid environment until the plants are established.

Where to Find Orthosia cassythoides

Orthosia cassythoides is native to the Mediterranean region and can be found in areas with dry and sunny conditions.

Orthosia cassythoides FAQ

What is the scientific name of Orthosia cassythoides?

Orthosia cassythoides

What is the family of Orthosia cassythoides?

Fabaceae

What is the habitat of Orthosia cassythoides?

Grasslands and open woodlands

Species in the Apocynaceae family

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References

The Plant List v1.1 record kew-2608027: Based on the initial data import
Karl Suessenguth (1893-1955): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Suess.' in the authors string.
Gilberto N. Morillo (b.1944): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Morillo' in the authors string.