Cynomoriaceae

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Cynomoriaceae

Description Cynomoriaceae is a family of parasitic plants that grow in arid regions. They are root parasites that attach themselves to the roots of host plants to obtain nutrients. The family consists of only one genus, Cynomorium, which contains approximately 15 species. They are known by various common names, including desert thumb, Maltese fungus, and Moroccan wormwood. Taxonomic Information Domain…