Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Solanales
Genus:
Species:
ruschanica
ID:
158319

Status:
valid

Authors:
Junussov

Source:
ipni

Year:
1984

Citation Micro:
Fl. Tadzhiksk. S.S.R. 7: 524 (1984)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000157648



Common Names

  • Cuscuta
  • Ruschanica Dodder
  • Golden Dodder


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Description

Cuscuta ruschanica (also called Rusch's Dodder, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant native to India. It grows in tropical and subtropical moist lowland forests and shrublands.

Uses & Benefits

Cuscuta ruschanica is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a hedge plant. It is also used to make traditional medicines for treating fever, headache, and stomachache.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Cuscuta ruschanica is a white, funnel-shaped flower with five petals. The seed is a small, black, oval seed. The seedlings are small and thin with a single stem.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Cuscuta ruschanica is a perennial climber native to India. It can be propagated by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in spring in a warm, sunny position. Cuttings should be taken from the tips of the stems in spring or summer and planted in a well-drained soil mix. The plants should be kept moist and sheltered from direct sunlight.

Where to Find Cuscuta ruschanica

Cuscuta ruschanica is native to Kazakhstan. It can be found in the Tujuntau Nature Reserve.

Cuscuta ruschanica FAQ

What is the scientific name of Cuscuta ruschanica?

Cuscuta ruschanica

What is the family of Cuscuta ruschanica?

Convolvulaceae

What is the common name of Cuscuta ruschanica?

Rusch's dodder

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,