Doddingtrees
Doddingtrees, also known as Dodder or Cuscuta, are parasitic plants that belong to the family Cucurbitaceae. They are characterized by their slender, yellowish-green stems that grow in a coiling or twining manner. Doddingtrees do not produce chlorophyll and are therefore unable to photosynthesize. Instead, they obtain nutrients and water from their host plants through specialized structures called haustoria, which penetrate the host's vascular system.
These plants are known for their ability to attach to and grow on a wide variety of
Despite their negative impact, doddingtrees have some ecological benefits. They can help in the dispersal of
Control measures for doddingtrees typically involve manual removal, herbicides, or biological control methods such as introducing