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Cuscuta epithemum subsp. corsicana

Family: Convolvulaceae


What it is like

A herb. It is a slender thread like creeper. It grows attached to other plants.

Cuscuta plants are parasites growing on other plants. Sometimes also put in the family Cuscutaceae.


Where it is found

It is a Mediterranean climate plant.

Countries/locations it is found in

Mediterranean


How it is used for food

These parasitic weeds can damage other crops.

Edible parts

Leaves


How it is grown

Plants can grow from seed.


Its other names

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