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    Glossary Cuscuta

    parasitic plant genus lacking chlorophyll, known as dodder

    Cuscuta, commonly known as dodder, is a genus of parasitic plants that lack chlorophyll and rely on host plants for nutrients. These plants attach themselves to the host using specialized structures called haustoria, which penetrate the host's tissues to extract water and nutrients.

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    1. An updated review on the parasitic herb of Cuscuta reflexa Roxb Zhongxiyi jiehe xuebao · 2012 · 38 citations
    2. A study on the extracts of Cuscuta reflexa Roxb. in treatment of cyclophosphamide induced alopecia DARU Journal of Pharmaceutical Sciences · 2014 · 9 citations
    3. A comparative in vivo and in vitro evaluation of hair growth potential of extracts and an isolate from petroleum ether extract of Cuscuta reflexa Roxb Beni-Suef University Journal of Basic and Applied Sciences · 2014 · 7 citations
    4. CUSCUTA REFLEXA (DODDER PLANT): A CRITICAL REVIEW ON THE MEDICINAL PLANT USED IN AYURVEDA International journal of research in ayurveda and pharmacy · 2017 · 4 citations
    5. A Comprehensive Review on The Phytochemical Profile, Ethnobotanical Uses and Pharmacological Activities of Cuscuta Reflexa Roxb.: An Asiatic Parasitic Vine Fabad Journal of Pharmaceutical Sciences · 2025
    6. Effect of Cuscuta reflexa Extract in Mitigating Testosterone-Induced Benign Prostatic Hyperplasia in Rats: Targeting Inflammation and Oxidative Stress Al-Rafidain Journal of Medical Sciences ( ISSN 2789-3219 ) · 2025
    7. Phyto-chemical and pharmacological investigations of Aftimoon (Cuscuta reflexa) International journal of Unani and integrative medicine · 2019
    8. Promising anitidiabetic potential of Cuscuta reflexa leaves methanol extract in alloxan-induced diabetic rats Clinical Phytoscience · 2020 · 5 citations
    9. Development and evaluation of polyherbal formulation for hair growth–promoting activity Journal of Cosmetic Dermatology · 2007 · 67 citations
    10. Effect of<i>Cuscuta reflexa</i>Roxb on androgen-induced alopecia Journal of Cosmetic Dermatology · 2008 · 63 citations
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