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What is a parasitic plant?
Quick Answer
A parasitic plant gets some or all of its nutrients from another plant. Some parasitic plants still photosynthesize, while others do not.
The Full Story
Parasitic plants attach to host plants using specialized structures called haustoria, which tap into water and nutrients. Some, like mistletoe, are hemiparasites and still make some of their own food by photosynthesis. Others, such as dodder and broomrape, rely much more heavily or completely on their hosts. Parasitic plants occur in many plant families and can affect agriculture, forests, and natural ecosystems.
Key Facts
1.Haustoria are the structures that connect to host plants
2.Mistletoe is a hemiparasitic plant
3.Dodder is a well-known parasitic vine
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