Taxonomy

Division:

Magnoliophyta | - Flowering plants

Family:

Convolvulaceae

Genus:

Cuscuta

Species:

Cuscuta chinensis var. applanata

USDA Symbol:

CUAP

Growth Characteristics

Life Cycle:

Perennial

Growth Habit:

Forb/herb , Vine

Height:

100 cm

Light Requirements:

Full Sun

Drought Tolerance:

Low

Bloom Months:

jul,aug,sep

Bloom Colors:

white, cream

Garden & Ecology Notes

Deer Resistant:

Yes

Soil Requirements

Soil Type:

nutrient-poor, well-drained sandy soil

pH:

5.5 - 7.5 (slightly acidic to neutral)

Drainage:

excellent drainage required

Moisture:

dry to moderate

Notes:

parasitic plant, relies on host

Propagation & Germination

Stratification:

Cold/moist stratification required — 30–60 days

Scarification:

Seed coat scarification required before sowing

Germination Time:

7–21 days

Notes:

Parasitic plant; seeds germinate in soil but seedlings must attach to a host plant within days or die.

The above propagation data sourced from Claude AI