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Dodder is a total parasite . It is because the dodder plants absorbs water,mineral as well as food from the host. A partial parasite absorbs only water and minerals from the host as partial parasites contain chlorophyll.

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What are some examples of plants that do not contain chlorophyll?

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Saprophyte refers to plants, fungi, or micro-organisms that live on dead or decomposing matter. Saprophyte matter had taken over the entire area. Bacterial growth may be considered a Saprophyte invader for plant life.


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Is saprophyte a plant?

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Why would a shrub be harmed by dodder?

Well, you see, the dodder needs a place to live and it dangers the shrubs


What is the scientific name of dodder plant?

Cuscuta reflexa is the scientific name of dodder plant. It is a total parasite and nourishes from the host plant through haustoria.


Does the greater dodder photosynthesise?

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What is the other name of dodder?

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How does a dodder plant produce food?

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