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This is known as Love Vine.
It’s a parasite that grows on a host
Although it produces its own chlorophyll,
It steals other nutrients it can’t produce on it’s own.
Although it can be invasive,
In a strange twist of irony,
When combined with a moth, it can be used
To control Brazilian Pepper trees.
(Special thanks to Carol Hebert for her help identifying this plant.)
Photo and text © 2018 Dee Fairbanks Simpson
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