Beaked dodder, commonly known as Cuscuta rostrata, is a parasitic plant species that attaches itself to other plants in order to obtain nutrients. Synonyms for this plant species include Cuscuta attenuata, Cuscuta avellanae, Cuscuta campestris, and Cuscuta oblongiflora. Beaked dodder is a highly adaptive plant that can grow in a variety of soil types and can survive in areas with low moisture. Although it is considered a pest by some, beaked dodder has been used in traditional medicine to treat a variety of conditions including headaches and skin diseases. Understanding these synonyms can help identify and research this interesting and useful plant species.