Cassytha flindersii - Uses, Benefits & Care
Status:
valid
Authors:
(J.Z.Weber) J.Z.Weber
Source:
cmp
Year:
2007
Citation Micro:
Fl. Australia 2: 457 (2007)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000506746
Common Names
- Cassytha flindersii
- Flindersii
- Cassytha
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesSynonyms
- Cassytha peninsularis flindersii J.Z.Weber [unknown]
Description
Cassytha flindersii (also called Flinders' 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 flindersii is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a food source for wildlife.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Cassytha flindersii 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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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Cassytha flindersii 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 flindersii
Cassytha flindersii can be found in Australia.
Cassytha flindersii FAQ
What is the scientific name of Cassytha flindersii?
Cassytha flindersii
Where does Cassytha flindersii grow?
Cassytha flindersii grows in Australia.
What type of habitat does Cassytha flindersii prefer?
Cassytha flindersii prefers moist, shady areas.
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
The Plant List v1.1 record kew-2603901: Based on the initial data import
Joseph Zvonko Weber (1930-1996): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'J.Z.Weber' in the authors string.