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devil's gut
Scientific Name: Cassytha filiformis
Family: Lauraceae
Category: Dicot
Growth: Vine, Forb/herb
Duration: Perennial
Other Names:
Cassytha filiformis: Devil's Gut, Love Vine, and More
Cassytha filiformis, commonly known as Devil's Gut or Love Vine, is a fascinating plant with a variety of characteristics and interactions. Its weedy nature and parasitic behavior make it a notable species in certain environments.
Considerations for Pets
- As a vine, Cassytha filiformis can create dense mats that might pose a minor entanglement risk for smaller animals.
Considerations for Children
- The common name "Love Vine" might be intriguing to children, but it's important to emphasize that this plant is a vine.
Taxonomy and Nomenclature
- Scientific Name: Cassytha filiformis
- Common Names: Devil's Gut, Love Vine, Doddler-laurel
- Family: Lauraceae (Laurel family)
- Kingdom: (Implied: Plantae)
- Etymology: Cassytha comes from the Greek word "kassyo" meaning "sew, patch," and filiformis means "threadlike."
Distribution and Habitat
- Native to Hawaii (HI), and found in the L48 (lower 48 states), PB (presumably Puerto Rico) and PR (Puerto Rico) according to information given.
Ecological Role
- Cassytha filiformis is described as an invasive parasitic vine. It can infect trees and other plants.
Morphological Characteristics and Growth Habits
- It is a perennial forb/herb with a vine growth habit.
- The plant is threadlike in appearance, as suggested by the species name filiformis.
Additional Notes
- The plant has been observed infecting trees.
Interactions with other Organisms
- Cassytha filiformis is a parasitic vine.