Taxonomy

Division:

Magnoliophyta | - Flowering plants

Family:

Convolvulaceae

Genus:

Cuscuta

Species:

Cuscuta rustica

Growth Characteristics

Growth Habit:

Parasite

Drought Tolerance:

Medium

Bloom Months:

jul,aug,sep

Bloom Colors:

white, cream

Propagation & Germination

Stratification:

None required

Scarification:

Seed coat scarification required before sowing

Germination Time:

7–21 days

Notes:

Germination requires scarification and contact with host plant chemical cues for optimal success. Seeds are short-lived.

The above propagation data sourced from Claude AI