An example of a parasitic plant that is also strictly epiphytic is

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Cuscuta

Viscum

Rafflesia

Orobanche

answer is C.

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Concept: Air plants are another name for epiphytes. They develop on the plants' exterior. They obtain moisture and nutrients from their surroundings.
The epiphytic plant Rafflesia lacks chlorophyll. As a result, it must rely on the host for nutrition and sustenance. Every parasitic plant has a unique root system called a haustorium that can enter the conducting tissues of the host plant and obtain nutrients there. For instance, Cucusta and Orobanche enter the host's phloem. Plants that live on other plants (the host) and get their nutrition from them are said to be parasitic plants. Plants also die when the host dies.
Hence, option 3 is the correct answer.

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