Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Laurales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
melantha
ID:
590466

Status:
valid

Authors:
R.Br.

Source:
cmp

Year:
1810

Citation Micro:
Prodr. Fl. Nov. Holland. : 404 (1810)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000589798

Common Names

  • Cassytha melantha
  • Melantha
  • Melantha Dodder

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Synonyms

  • Cassytha robusta Meisn. [unknown]

Description

Cassytha melantha (also called Black 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 melantha 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 melantha 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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Cultivation and Propagation

Cassytha melantha 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 partial shade and moist, well-drained soil.

Where to Find Cassytha melantha

Cassytha melantha is native to Australia and New Zealand. It can be found in open, disturbed areas such as roadsides and pastures.

Cassytha melantha FAQ

What is the scientific name of Cassytha melantha?

Cassytha melantha

What is the natural habitat of Cassytha melantha?

It is found in tropical and subtropical regions of the world

What are the common uses of Cassytha melantha?

Cassytha melantha 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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