Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Laurales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
pomiformis
ID:
590485

Status:
valid

Authors:
Nees

Source:
cmp

Year:
1845

Citation Micro:
Pl. Preiss. 1: 620 (1845)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000589817



Common Names

  • Cassytha pomiformis
  • Pomiformis
  • Pomiformis Dodder


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Synonyms

  • Cassytha ceratopoda Meisn. [unknown]
  • Cassytha multiflora Nees [unknown]
  • Cassytha pomiformis pubiflora Benth. [unknown]
  • Cassytha subcapitata Meisn. [unknown]

Description

Cassytha pomiformis (also called Dodder Laurel, among many other common names) is a small, twining, perennial, semi-succulent plant native to Australia. It has small, white flowers and small, oval-shaped leaves. It is found in wet coastal areas and in open woodlands.

Uses & Benefits

Cassytha pomiformis is used as a medicinal plant to treat fever, headaches, and stomach aches. It is also used as a source of timber and fuelwood.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The Cassytha pomiformis flower is small, white and has a bell-shaped corolla. The seed is small and black, and the seedlings are small and green.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Cassytha pomiformis is a low-growing, evergreen, perennial shrub. It is propagated by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained, sandy soil mix and kept moist. Cuttings should be taken in spring or summer and planted in a well-drained, sandy soil mix. Keep the soil moist and provide bright, indirect light.

Where to Find Cassytha pomiformis

Cassytha pomiformis is native to Australia and New Zealand. It can be found in open, disturbed areas such as roadsides and pastures.

Cassytha pomiformis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Cassytha pomiformis?

Cassytha pomiformis

What is the common name of Cassytha pomiformis?

Apple Dodder

What is the natural habitat of Cassytha pomiformis?

Found in tropical and subtropical regions

Species in the Cassytha genus

Species in the Lauraceae family

Actinodaphne acuminata, Actinodaphne albifrons, Actinodaphne amabilis, Actinodaphne ambigua, Actinodaphne archboldiana, Actinodaphne areolata, Actinodaphne bicolor, Actinodaphne borneensis, Actinodaphne bourdillonii, Actinodaphne bourneae, Actinodaphne brassii, Actinodaphne caesia, Actinodaphne campanulata, Actinodaphne candolleana, Actinodaphne celebica, Actinodaphne cinerea, Actinodaphne concinna, Actinodaphne concolor, Actinodaphne corymbosa, Actinodaphne crassa, Actinodaphne cupularis, Actinodaphne diversifolia, Actinodaphne dolichophylla, Actinodaphne elegans, Actinodaphne ellipticibacca, Actinodaphne engleriana, Actinodaphne ferruginea, Actinodaphne forrestii, Actinodaphne fragilis, Actinodaphne fuliginosa, Actinodaphne furfuracea, Actinodaphne glabra, Actinodaphne glauca, Actinodaphne glaucina, Actinodaphne glomerata, Actinodaphne gracilis, Actinodaphne henryi, Actinodaphne hirsuta, Actinodaphne hypoleucophylla, Actinodaphne javanica, Actinodaphne johorensis, Actinodaphne kinabaluensis, Actinodaphne koshepangii, Actinodaphne kostermansii, Actinodaphne kweichowensis, Actinodaphne lanata, Actinodaphne lanceolata, Actinodaphne latifolia, Actinodaphne lawsonii, Actinodaphne lecomtei,