Cuscuta europaea
About
Cuscuta europaea, the greater dodder or European dodder, is a parasitic plant native to Europe, which belongs to the family Convolvulaceae, but was formerly classified in the family Cuscutaceae. It grows on Asteraceae, Cannabaceae, Amaranthaceae, Fabaceae, Urticaceae and other herbaceous plants, including garden plants such as Coleus and Impatiens, and more occasionally on Humulus. It is a notable parasite of lucerne. In many regions, including the Nepal Eastern Himalayas, this species are used as traditional medicine to treat hepatic diseases.
- Family
- Convolvulaceae
How to use it
In some regions, Cuscuta europaea is used in traditional medicine to treat liver diseases. Its parasitic nature may seem harmful, but it has found a place in herbal remedies, showcasing the complex relationships between plants and their environments.
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Gardening tip
If you notice dodder in your garden, it's important to remove it immediately. This plant can quickly overtake its host, leading to the decline of your garden plants. Regularly check for signs of dodder and act quickly to protect your plants.
Sources: en.wikipedia.org
Ecology
How it lives
- Propagated by
- Seed
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- Name
- Cuscuta europaea
- Slug
- cuscuta-europaea
- Kingdom
- Plantae
- Family
- Convolvulaceae
- Genus
- Cuscuta
- Species
- europaea
- Wikidata QID
- Q1135944
- Propagule type
- seed
- Container suitable
- No
- Indoor suitable
- No
- OSSI pledged
- No
- Hazard level
- 1
- Data completeness
- 43
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