Cowpea Witchweed (Striga Gesnerioides) is a annual or occasionally perennial herb in the Orobanchaceae family with expert care difficulty. It requires low to medium watering and full sun or partial shade light in USDA hardiness zones 8-11. This plant is toxic to cats and dogs — keep it out of reach of pets.

Striga gesnerioides is a parasitic, succulent, annual or occasionally perennial plant that grows up to 35 cm tall, primarily affecting leguminous crops.