Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Solanales
Genus:
Species:
mexicana
ID:
1259552

Status:
valid

Authors:
Yunck.

Source:
tro

Year:
1932

Citation Micro:
Mem. Torrey Bot. Club 18: 215 (1932)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001258890



Common Names

  • Mexican Dodder
  • Mexican Strangle Tare
  • Mexican Tare


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Description

Cuscuta mexicana (also called Mexican Dodder, among many other common names) is an annual parasitic plant native to North America, Europe, and Asia. It has a twining stem with small, yellowish-white flowers and small, ovate-lanceolate leaves. It is found in moist habitats such as meadows, marshes, and riverbanks.

Uses & Benefits

Cuscuta mexicana is used as an ornamental plant and in traditional medicine.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flowers of Cuscuta mexicana are small and white. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings are short and have two opposite leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Cuscuta mexicana is a perennial herb that can be propagated from seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained soil mix and kept moist. Cuttings should be taken from semi-hardwood and placed in a moist rooting medium. Once established, the plant should be grown in full sun and watered regularly.

Where to Find Cuscuta mexicana

Cuscuta mexicana can be found in Mexico.

Cuscuta mexicana FAQ

What is the scientific name of Cuscuta mexicana?

Cuscuta mexicana

What type of plant is Cuscuta mexicana?

Parasitic Plant

Where is Cuscuta mexicana found?

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,

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