Dodder

Scientific Name: Cuscuta spp.

Distinguishing Characteristics
•Parasitic, aquatic vine found growing on other emergent plants.
•Stems yellow to orange.
•Occasional tiny white flower along stem.
Cuscuta spp. taken by Graves Lovell
Cuscuta spp. taken by Graves Lovell
Cuscuta spp. taken by Graves Lovell
Cuscuta spp. taken by Graves Lovell
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