Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Solanales
Genus:
Species:
corniculata
ID:
1281531

Status:
valid

Authors:
Engelm.

Source:
tro

Year:
1859

Citation Micro:
Trans. Acad. Sci. St. Louis 1: 504 (1859)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001280869



Common Names

  • Cuscuta corniculata
  • Corniculata Cuscuta
  • Corniculata Cuscutas


Searching for Cuscuta corniculata? Discover Suppliers and Request Free Samples Now!

Find Suppliers & Request Samples

Description

Cuscuta corniculata (also called Bird's-foot Dodder, among many other common names) is an annual herbaceous plant native to North America. It has a twining habit and grows to a height of 1-2 feet. Its leaves are lanceolate and its flowers are yellow in color. It is found in moist, open habitats and prefers moist, well-drained soils.

Uses & Benefits

Cuscuta corniculata is an ornamental plant, used for its attractive foliage and flowers. It can be used as a ground cover, in containers, or as a hedge. It is also used in traditional medicine to treat a variety of ailments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Cuscuta corniculata is white and has a bell-shaped structure. Its seed is small and black in color. The seedlings of Cuscuta corniculata are small and have thin stems.

Searching for Cuscuta corniculata? Discover Suppliers and Request Free Samples Now!

Find Suppliers & Request Samples

Cultivation and Propagation

Cuscuta corniculata is an annual vine that grows in moist, shady areas. It can be propagated by seed. It prefers partial shade and moist, well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate some frost.

Where to Find Cuscuta corniculata

Cuscuta corniculata is native to the Atlantic Forest of Brazil. It can be found in the states of Rio de Janeiro and São Paulo.

Cuscuta corniculata FAQ

What is the scientific name of Cuscuta corniculata?

Cuscuta corniculata

What is the common name of Cuscuta corniculata?

Corniculate Dodder

Where is Cuscuta corniculata found?

Cuscuta corniculata is found in the temperate regions of Europe and North America

Species in the Cuscuta genus

Cuscuta rausii, Cuscuta castroviejoi, Cuscuta atrans, Cuscuta gennesaretana, Cuscuta maroccana, Cuscuta mitraeformis, Cuscuta rostricarpa, Cuscuta santapaui, Cuscuta sharmanum, Cuscuta alataloba, Cuscuta colombiana, Cuscuta longiloba, Cuscuta rustica, Cuscuta yunckeriana, Cuscuta bonafortunae, Cuscuta carnosa, Cuscuta chittagongensis, Cuscuta ruschanica, Cuscuta violacea, Cuscuta australis, Cuscuta liliputana, Cuscuta punana, Cuscuta vandevenderi, Cuscuta cotijana, Cuscuta mesatlantica, Cuscuta draconella, Cuscuta pacifica, Cuscuta legitima, Cuscuta karatavica, Cuscuta camelorum, Cuscuta burrellii, Cuscuta flossdorfii, Cuscuta azteca, Cuscuta insquamata, Cuscuta rojasii, Cuscuta blepharolepis, Cuscuta alata, Cuscuta tuberculata, Cuscuta gracillima, Cuscuta macrocephala, Cuscuta desmouliniana, Cuscuta polyanthemos, Cuscuta veatchii, Cuscuta palustris, Cuscuta capitata, Cuscuta abyssinica, Cuscuta pulchella, Cuscuta palaestina, Cuscuta victoriana, Cuscuta schlechteri,

Species in the Convolvulaceae family

Aniseia harmandii, Aniseia martinicensis, Aniseia argentina, Aniseia luxurians, Argyreia adpressa, Argyreia apoensis, Argyreia arakuensis, Argyreia atropurpurea, Argyreia barbata, Argyreia barbigera, Argyreia barnesii, Argyreia bifrons, Argyreia boholensis, Argyreia boseana, Argyreia bracteosa, Argyreia breviscapa, Argyreia caudata, Argyreia celebica, Argyreia cinerea, Argyreia coacta, Argyreia confusa, Argyreia congesta, Argyreia coonoorensis, Argyreia corneri, Argyreia crispa, Argyreia cucullata, Argyreia cymosa, Argyreia daltonii, Argyreia discolor, Argyreia elliptica, Argyreia erinacea, Argyreia fulgens, Argyreia glabra, Argyreia hancorniifolia, Argyreia hirsutissima, Argyreia hookeri, Argyreia involucrata, Argyreia kerrii, Argyreia kleiniana, Argyreia kunstleri, Argyreia kurzii, Argyreia lamii, Argyreia lanceolata, Argyreia laotica, Argyreia lawii, Argyreia leschenaultii, Argyreia linggaensis, Argyreia longifolia, Argyreia luzonensis, Argyreia maingayi,

References