Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Solanales
Genus:
Species:
sandwichiana
ID:
1297899

Status:
valid

Authors:
Choisy

Source:
tro

Year:
1842

Citation Micro:
Mém. Soc. Phys. Genève 9: 280 (1841 publ. 1842)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001297237



Common Names

  • Cuscuta sandwichiana
  • Sandwich Dodder
  • Sandwich Strangleweed


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Description

Cuscuta sandwichiana (also called Sandwich Island dodder, among many other common names) is an annual twining vine of the Convolvulaceae family. It has small, white flowers and is native to the Hawaiian Islands. It grows in disturbed areas, such as roadsides and fields.

Uses & Benefits

Cuscuta sandwichiana is used as an ornamental plant, for erosion control, and as a soil stabilizer.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Cuscuta sandwichiana is a small, white or yellow, star-shaped flower with five petals. The seed is a small, round, black seed. The seedlings are small, round, and have a single, long stem.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Cuscuta sandwichiana is a twining, perennial vine native to the Hawaiian Islands. It can be propagated from seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in spring in a well-drained soil mix, and kept moist until germination. Cuttings should be taken in spring or summer, and planted in a well-drained soil mix. Keep the soil moist until the cuttings have rooted.

Where to Find Cuscuta sandwichiana

Cuscuta sandwichiana can be found in California, Nevada, and Oregon in the United States.

Cuscuta sandwichiana FAQ

What is the scientific name of Cuscuta sandwichiana?

Cuscuta sandwichiana

What is the common name of Cuscuta sandwichiana?

Sandwich Dodder

What is the habitat of Cuscuta sandwichiana?

Cuscuta sandwichiana is found in tropical and subtropical areas.

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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