Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Solanales
Genus:
Species:
draconella
ID:
917922

Status:
valid

Authors:
Costea & Stefanović

Source:
ksu

Year:
2009

Citation Micro:
Syst. Bot. 34: 577 (2009)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000917257



Common Names

  • Cuscuta draconella
  • Draconella Cuscuta
  • Cuscuta Draconella


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Description

Cuscuta draconella (also called Dragon's Thread, among many other common names) is a species of parasitic plant native to the tropical and subtropical regions of North and South America. It is a twining vine that grows to a height of 10-15 feet with leaves that are 0.5-1 inch long. It prefers moist soils and full sun to partial shade.

Uses & Benefits

Cuscuta draconella is a species of parasitic plant native to South America. It is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a houseplant. It is also used in traditional medicine for its anti-inflammatory and antiseptic properties.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flowers of Cuscuta draconella are small and yellow. The seed is a small, black, round structure. The seedlings are short and have a single stem with small, yellow leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Cuscuta draconella is a parasitic plant native to South America. It is found in moist, shady areas and is tolerant of both wet and dry conditions. It grows best in partial shade and moist, well-drained soil. Propagation is by division of the rhizomes or by seed. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained potting mix and kept moist. The seedlings should be transplanted when they are large enough to handle.

Where to Find Cuscuta draconella

Cuscuta draconella is native to the tropical rainforests of Central and South 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

Mihai Costea (b.1966): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Costea' in the authors string.
Saša Stefanović (b.2000): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Stefanović' in the authors string.