Cassytha larsenii - Uses, Benefits & Care
Status:
valid
Authors:
Kosterm.
Source:
cmp
Year:
1994
Citation Micro:
Rheedea 4: 14 (1994)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000589795
Common Names
- Cassytha larsenii
- Larsenii
- Larsenii Dodder
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Cassytha larsenii (also called Larsen's dodder, among many other common names) is a parasitic vine native to tropical Asia. It typically grows to a length of 1–2 m (3.3–6.6 ft) and has small, white flowers. It is found in moist, shady forests and in disturbed habitats.
Uses & Benefits
Cassytha larsenii 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 Cassytha larsenii flower is small, white and has a bell-shaped corolla. The seed is small and black, and the seedlings are small and green.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Cassytha larsenii is a low-growing, evergreen perennial that grows in clumps and spreads by underground rhizomes. It is easily propagated by division of the clumps. It prefers full sun and moist, well-drained soil.
Where to Find Cassytha larsenii
Cassytha larsenii is native to Australia and New Zealand. It can be found in open, disturbed areas such as roadsides and pastures.
Cassytha larsenii FAQ
What is the scientific name of Cassytha larsenii?
Cassytha larsenii
What is the natural habitat of Cassytha larsenii?
It is found in tropical and subtropical regions of the world
What are the common uses of Cassytha larsenii?
Cassytha larsenii 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,
References
The Plant List v1.1 record kew-2704615: Based on the initial data import
André Joseph Guillaume Henri Kostermans (1906-1994): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Kosterm.' in the authors string.