Lesser Broomrape, Hellroot
Orobanche minor
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Basic Information
Family: Orobanchaceae
Genus: orobanche
Plant ID (slug): orobanche-minor
Numeric ID: 23819
USDA Hardiness: Coming soon
Ratings
Physical Characteristics
Orobanche minor is a PERENNIAL growing to 0.5 m (1ft 8in). The species is hermaphrodite (has both male and female organs). Suitable for: light (sandy), medium (loamy) and heavy (clay) soils. Suitable pH: mildly acid, neutral and basic (mildly alkaline) soils. It can grow in semi-shade (light woodland) or no shade. It prefers moist soil.
Distribution
South and west Europe, including Britain, from Belgium south and east to N. Africa and W. Asia.
Habitats
Meadow;
Edible Uses
None known
Medicinal Uses
None known
Known Hazards
None known
Detailed Information
Additional Information
Title: Orobanche minor Lesser Broomrape, Hellroot
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