Love-vine (Cassytha Filiformis) is a perennial vine in the Lauraceae family with moderate care difficulty. It requires moderate watering and full sun or partial shade light in USDA hardiness zones 9-11. This plant is safe for cats and dogs.

Cassytha filiformis is a wiry, orangish parasitic vine found in warm tropical coastal forests.

Love-vine

Love-vine

Cassytha Filiformis

Cassytha filiformis is a wiry, orangish parasitic vine found in warm tropical coastal forests.

Quick Facts

Type
vine
Lifecycle
perennial
Care Difficulty
Moderate
Water Needs
Moderate
Light
Full Sun, Partial Shade
Hardiness Zones
9-11

Safety

🐕
Pet Safe
👶
Child Safe
Non-Toxic

Growing Conditions

Soil Types:sandy, loamy, gravelly
Indoor:No
Outdoor:Yes
Garden Use:climber, groundcover, parasitic control

Care Calendar

Monthly care tasks for Love-vine

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Repot
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Expert Care Tips

Pro tips from botanists and plant experts

Watering Tip

Check soil moisture by inserting your finger 1 inch deep. Water only when the top layer feels dry to prevent overwatering.

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Taxonomy

Family:Lauraceae
Genus:Cassytha