Cuscuta salina aka Saltmarsh Dodder
Taxonomy
Cuscuta salina, also known as salt marsh dodder, is a native plant of western North America. It can be found in coastal tidal wetlands in California as well as in alkaline or saline habitats such as vernal pools and salt flats. This parasitic plant wraps its orange stems around other wetland vegetation and absorbs nutrients through its haustoria. The dodder has rudimentary, scale-like leaves and produces bell-shaped flowers with white glandular corollas. Meanwhile, Goldenthread is a rare houseplant that requires regular watering and long-lasting, direct light. It should be placed less than a foot away from a window and may benefit from organic fertilizer during the peak growing season.
Common names
Saltmarsh Dodder, GoldenthreadHow to care for Saltmarsh Dodder
Difficulty
Even if you don't have a green thumb, you can successfully care for Saltmarsh Dodder due to its easy-going nature.
Water
Saltmarsh Dodder should be watered regularly, allowing the soil to dry out between waterings.
Lighting
To ensure optimal growth, the Saltmarsh Dodder prefers bright diffused light for 6-8 hours each day. Insufficient light can result in slow growth and leaf drop, so it's important to find a well-lit location for this plant. Place it near a window, within a distance of 1 meter (3 feet), to enhance its potential for thriving.
Toxicity
The toxicity level of this plant has not been officially confirmed by Ploi. If there is a possibility of ingestion of plant material with an uncertain toxicity by you, a family member, or a pet, it is advisable to seek the assistance of a medical professional.
Growth-pattern
Saltmarsh Dodder grows vertically and new growth emerges from the top of the plant.
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More Species in Cuscuta Genus

Cuscuta gronovii Scaldweed

Cuscuta pacifica Cuscuta Pacifica

Cuscuta umbellata Flatglobe Dodder

Cuscuta europaea European Dodder

Cuscuta monogyna Cuscuta Monogyna
Cuscuta ceanothii Canyon Dodder

Cuscuta reflexa Giant Dodder

Cuscuta epithymum Clover Dodder

Cuscuta californica Chaparral Dodder
