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Alfalfa dodder

Cuscuta approximata

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About

The Alfalfa dodder (Cuscuta approximata) is a species in the genus Cuscuta. Typically found in diverse terrestrial habitats from tropical forests to temperate regions.

Habitat & Distribution

Typically found in diverse terrestrial habitats from tropical forests to temperate regions.

Widely distributed across Asia (China, Tajikistan), Europe (Hungary, Sweden), North America (Canada, United States), and Oceania and the Pacific (Australia).

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Full Taxonomy

Kingdom

Plantae (Plants)

Phylum

Magnoliophyta (Flowering Plants)

Class

Magnoliopsida (Dicots)

Order

Solanales (Solanales)

Species

Cuscuta approximata (Alfalfa dodder)

Names in Other Languages

French cuscute proche

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of Alfalfa dodder?

The scientific name of Alfalfa dodder is Cuscuta approximata. It belongs to the genus Cuscuta.

Where does Alfalfa dodder live?

Alfalfa dodder is found in Widely distributed across Asia (China, Tajikistan), Europe (Hungary, Sweden), North America (Canada, United States), and Oceania and the Pacific (Australia).. Countries include Australia, Canada, China, Hungary, Sweden, Tajikistan, United States.

What family does Alfalfa dodder belong to?

Alfalfa dodder (Cuscuta approximata) belongs to the genus Cuscuta, which is part of the taxonomic family Convolvulaceae.

What kingdom does Alfalfa dodder belong to?

Alfalfa dodder (Cuscuta approximata) belongs to the kingdom Plantae (Plants).

What are the closest relatives of Alfalfa dodder?

The closest relatives of Alfalfa dodder in the genus Cuscuta include American dodder, Australian dodder, Button Dodder, Clover Dodder, Common Dodder.