Pest Photo

Ken Chamberlain, The Ohio State University, Bugwood.org

Giant dodder

Cuscuta reflexa

Giant dodder (Cuscuta reflexa) is an invasive plant. It is a native of Asia .

This is a vigorous weed which typically attacks woody plants. It is a serious pest in citrus, coffee, peach, forest trees, and many others. .

For more information about this plant pest, see the CABI data sheet.