Taxonomy

Division:

Magnoliophyta | - Flowering plants

Family:

Convolvulaceae

Genus:

Cuscuta

Species:

Cuscuta timorensis

Growth Characteristics

Growth Habit:

Parasite

Height:

200 cm

Drought Tolerance:

Medium

Bloom Months:

aug,sep,oct,nov

Bloom Colors:

white, cream

Garden & Ecology Notes

Wildlife Value:

insects

Deer Resistant:

Yes

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Propagation & Germination

Stratification:

None required

Scarification:

Seed coat scarification required before sowing

Germination Time:

5–21 days

Notes:

Seeds often require scarification or passage through digestive systems to break dormancy. Germinate on soil surface, then must quickly locate host plant within days or seedling dies.

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