Cuscuta reflexa var. brachystigma

Cuscuta reflexa var. brachystigma

Native to:
China | India | Myanmar | Nepal

Taxonomy

Division:
Magnoliophyta | - Flowering plants
Family:
Convolvulaceae
Genus:
Cuscuta
Species:
Cuscuta reflexa var. brachystigma

Growth Characteristics

Growth Habit:
Parasite
Drought Tolerance:
Medium
Bloom Months:
sep,oct,nov,dec
Bloom Colors:
white, cream

Garden & Ecology Notes

Wildlife Value:
insects
Deer Resistant:
Yes

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Propagation & Germination

Stratification:
None required
Germination Time:
7–21 days
Notes:
Seeds germinate readily in warm, moist conditions but seedling must contact suitable host plant within days to survive as it lacks chlorophyll.

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