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Flatglobe dodder (Cuscuta umbellata) is a parasitic vine that thrives in various regions including Arizona, Bahamas, Brazil Northeast, Colombia, and Florida. Flatglobe dodder (Latin: Cuscuta umbellata) is an edible plant catalogued in PlantSage.
Flatglobe dodder is generally regarded as safe for culinary use when correctly identified and prepared. Avoid wild specimens from polluted ground and confirm species before harvest.
Flatglobe dodder is a member native to ARI, BAH, BZE, CLM, COL, and CUB. Flatglobe dodder thrives in full to partial sun and prefers moist, well-draining soil that can be light (sandy), medium, or heavy (clay).
Flatglobe dodder grows best in full sun, partial sun/shade light and moist water. Detailed sowing, propagation, and care notes are on the full profile.
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