Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Solanales
Genus:
Species:
natalensis
ID:
1298232

Status:
valid

Authors:
Baker

Source:
tro

Year:
1904

Citation Micro:
Fl. Cap. 4(2): 85 (1904)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001297570



Common Names

  • Cuscuta natalensis
  • Natal Dodder
  • Natal Cuscuta


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Uses & Benefits

Cuscuta natalensis is used in traditional medicine for treating skin diseases, and as an insect repellent. It is also used as a soil conditioner and fertilizer.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Cuscuta natalensis has small, white flowers with a yellow center, and its seeds are black and round. The seedlings are thin and have a single, long leaf.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Cuscuta natalensis can be propagated by seed or stem cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained soil mix and kept moist. Stem cuttings should be taken from the tips of the stems and planted in a moist soil mix. The plants should be kept in a warm, sunny location and watered regularly.

Where to Find Cuscuta natalensis

Cuscuta natalensis is native to South Africa and can be found in tropical and subtropical regions of the continent.

Cuscuta natalensis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Cuscuta natalensis?

Cuscuta natalensis

What is the common name of Cuscuta natalensis?

Natal Dodder

What type of plant is Cuscuta natalensis?

Parasitic Vine

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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