Five-angled Dodder (Cuscuta Pentagona) is a annual vine in the Convolvulaceae family with moderate care difficulty. It requires moderate watering and full sun or partial shade light in USDA hardiness zones 3-9. This plant is safe for cats and dogs.

Cuscuta pentagona is a slender, parasitic annual vine in the morning glory family, native to North America and known for its aggressive parasitism on a wide range of herbaceous plants.

Five-angled Dodder

Five-angled Dodder

Cuscuta Pentagona

Cuscuta pentagona is a slender, parasitic annual vine in the morning glory family, native to North America and known for its aggressive parasitism on a wide range of herbaceous plants.

Quick Facts

Type
vine
Lifecycle
annual
Care Difficulty
Moderate
Water Needs
Moderate
Light
Full Sun, Partial Shade
Hardiness Zones
3-9

Safety

🐕
Pet Safe
👶
Child Safe
Non-Toxic

Growing Conditions

Soil Types:loamy, sandy, gravelly
Indoor:No
Outdoor:Yes
Garden Use:groundcover, parasitic weed control indicator

Care Calendar

Monthly care tasks for Five-angled Dodder

Jan
Prune
Feb
Fertilize
Mar
Repot
Apr
Water+
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Expert Care Tips

Pro tips from botanists and plant experts

Watering Tip

Check soil moisture by inserting your finger 1 inch deep. Water only when the top layer feels dry to prevent overwatering.

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Taxonomy

Family:Convolvulaceae
Genus:Cuscuta