Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Laurales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
capillaris
ID:
590440

Status:
valid

Authors:
Meisn.

Source:
cmp

Year:
1864

Citation Micro:
Prodr. 15(1): 252 (1864)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000589772

Common Names

  • Cassytha capillaris
  • Capillaris
  • Capillaris Dodder

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Synonyms

  • Cassytha strigosa W.Fitzg. [unknown]
  • Cassytha tenuis C.K.Allen [unknown]

Description

Cassytha capillaris (also called hair dodder, among many other common names) is a parasitic vine with yellowish-green stems and small white flowers. It is native to tropical and subtropical regions, and is found in wet or swampy areas. It is also found in mangrove swamps and riverbanks.

Uses & Benefits

Cassytha capillaris is used as an ornamental plant in gardens, and its leaves can be used to make a tea that is believed to have medicinal properties.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Cassytha capillaris is small, white and bell-shaped. The seed is small, black and round. The seedlings are small and have a single pair of leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Cassytha capillaris can be propagated by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained, moist soil mix and kept in a warm, humid environment. Cuttings should be taken from healthy, mature plants and planted in a moist soil mix. Both methods should be kept in a warm, humid environment and should be protected from direct sunlight.

Where to Find Cassytha capillaris

Cassytha capillaris is native to tropical America, from Mexico to Peru and Brazil. It is found in moist, shady areas of tropical forests.

Cassytha capillaris FAQ

What is the scientific name of Cassytha capillaris?

Cassytha capillaris

What is the natural habitat of Cassytha capillaris?

It is found in tropical and subtropical regions of the world

What are the common uses of Cassytha capillaris?

Cassytha capillaris is used as an ornamental plant

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,

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