Cuscuta legitima
Also known as: Cuscuta californica var. reflexa J.M.Coult.
- Cuscuta californica var. reflexa J.M.Coult.
Botanical Data
- Taxonomic Rank: Species
- Botanical Family: Convolvulaceae
- WCVP Morphological Data: Recorded natively as a holoparasite.
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Cuscuta legitima is a parasitic plant belonging to the Convolvulaceae family. Originating in North America, this species is primarily associated with desert or dry shrubland conditions. It is part of the broad Cuscuta genus, encompassing over 200 species globally.
Macro Climate
Arid
Plant Type
Unclassified
Native Range
Continents (WGSRPD)
NORTHERN AMERICA
Regions (WGSRPD)
Mexico, South-Central U.S.A., Southwestern U.S.A.
Botanical Countries (WGSRPD L3)
Arizona, Mexico Northeast, Mexico Northwest, New Mexico, Texas