Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Solanales
Genus:
Species:
macrolepis
ID:
1299846

Status:
valid

Authors:
R.C.Fang & S.H.Huang

Source:
tro

Year:
1985

Citation Micro:
Fl. Xizang. 4: 33 (1985)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001299184



Common Names

  • Cuscuta macrolepis
  • Large-Leaved Dodder
  • Large-Leaved Strangle Tare


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Description

Cuscuta macrolepis (also called Large-leaved Dodder, among many other common names) is a parasitic plant native to North America, Europe, and Asia. It grows in sunny areas and is characterized by its thin, yellowish stems and small white flowers.

Uses & Benefits

Cuscuta macrolepis is used as an ornamental plant and as a medicinal plant for treating various ailments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Cuscuta macrolepis has small white flowers. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings are small, with a single pair of leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Cuscuta macrolepis is a perennial climber native to India. It can be propagated from seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-draining soil mix and kept moist until germination. Cuttings should be taken from the tips of the branches and placed in a rooting hormone before planting in a well-draining soil mix. Both seeds and cuttings should be kept in a warm, humid environment until they have rooted.

Where to Find Cuscuta macrolepis

Cuscuta macrolepis is native to India and can be found in the Western Ghats and the Eastern Himalayas.

Cuscuta macrolepis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Cuscuta macrolepis?

Cuscuta macrolepis

What type of plant is Cuscuta macrolepis?

Parasitic Plant

Where is Cuscuta macrolepis native to?

Mexico

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

The Plant List v1.1 record tro-8503040: Based on the initial data import
Shu Hua Huang (b.1938): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'S.H.Huang' in the authors string.
Rhui Cheng Fang: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'R.C.Fang' in the authors string.