Also known as Dodder · 1 saves
Cuscuta
Cuscuta, the genus most gardeners know as dodder. We track 1 varieties; the ones most used by real gardeners.
The 1 most-saved Cuscuta varieties
Species of Cuscuta
Each one is a parent of the varieties above.
Track your Cuscuta in Sow
Save the Cuscuta you grow and get care reminders timed to your zone.
Cuscuta questions
How many types of Cuscuta are there?
The Sow catalog tracks 1 distinct Cuscuta varieties. The most popular — ranked by 1 real gardeners — are shown first above.
What zones does Cuscuta grow in?
Across its varieties, Cuscuta covers USDA Zones 5–10. Individual varieties differ — each plant page lists its exact range, and Sow filters the catalog to your zone automatically.
When does Cuscuta bloom?
Most Cuscuta varieties bloom in late spring. Staggering early, mid, and late varieties extends the genus's season in one bed.
Which Cuscuta should I choose?
Start from the most-saved varieties above — popularity across thousands of gardens is a strong signal of reliability — then filter by your zone and sun. In the Sow app you can preview any of them in a photo of your actual yard before you buy.