Conifer broomrape

Orobanche pinorum

Physical Characteristics

Orobanche pinorum is a PERENNIAL. 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

Western N. America - Washington to N.W. California.

Habitats

Woodland Garden Sunny Edge; Dappled Shade; Shady Edge;

Edible Uses

Edible Parts: Leaves Root Edible Uses: The whole plant is edible, raw or cooked[172].

Medicinal Uses

Laxative Sedative The plant is laxative and sedative[172].

Known Hazards

None known