Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Laurales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
candida
ID:
507413

Status:
valid

Authors:
(J.Z.Weber) J.Z.Weber

Source:
cmp

Year:
2007

Citation Micro:
Fl. Australia 2: 457 (2007)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000506745

Common Names

  • Cassytha candida
  • Candida
  • Cassytha

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Synonyms

  • Cassytha aurea candida J.Z.Weber [unknown]

Description

Cassytha candida (also called White dodder-laurel, among many other common names) is a parasitic vine native to the Mediterranean region. It grows in moist habitats such as woodlands, hedgerows, and rocky hillsides.

Uses & Benefits

Cassytha candida is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used as a ground cover in areas with poor soil.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Cassytha candida has white flowers with a yellow center and small, round, black seeds. The seedlings are small, with light green leaves and a single stem.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Cassytha candida is a parasitic plant native to Australia. It can be propagated by seed. Seeds should be sown in spring in a warm, sunny location and kept moist until germination. Once established, the plant requires little water and can tolerate some drought.

Where to Find Cassytha candida

Cassytha candida can be found in Australia, New Zealand, and New Caledonia.

Cassytha candida FAQ

What is the scientific name of Cassytha candida?

Cassytha candida

What is the natural habitat of Cassytha candida?

Grasslands and open woodlands

What is the flowering period of Cassytha candida?

Spring and summer

Species in the Cassytha genus

Species in the Lauraceae family

Actinodaphne acuminata, Actinodaphne albifrons, Actinodaphne amabilis, Actinodaphne ambigua, Actinodaphne archboldiana, Actinodaphne areolata, Actinodaphne bicolor, Actinodaphne borneensis, Actinodaphne bourdillonii, Actinodaphne bourneae, Actinodaphne brassii, Actinodaphne caesia, Actinodaphne campanulata, Actinodaphne candolleana, Actinodaphne celebica, Actinodaphne cinerea, Actinodaphne concinna, Actinodaphne concolor, Actinodaphne corymbosa, Actinodaphne crassa, Actinodaphne cupularis, Actinodaphne diversifolia, Actinodaphne dolichophylla, Actinodaphne elegans, Actinodaphne ellipticibacca, Actinodaphne engleriana, Actinodaphne ferruginea, Actinodaphne forrestii, Actinodaphne fragilis, Actinodaphne fuliginosa, Actinodaphne furfuracea, Actinodaphne glabra, Actinodaphne glauca, Actinodaphne glaucina, Actinodaphne glomerata, Actinodaphne gracilis, Actinodaphne henryi, Actinodaphne hirsuta, Actinodaphne hypoleucophylla, Actinodaphne javanica, Actinodaphne johorensis, Actinodaphne kinabaluensis, Actinodaphne koshepangii, Actinodaphne kostermansii, Actinodaphne kweichowensis, Actinodaphne lanata, Actinodaphne lanceolata, Actinodaphne latifolia, Actinodaphne lawsonii, Actinodaphne lecomtei,

References