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Orobanche californica California broomrape (1 Page of 5) The Orobanche californica plant species is found in Southwestern N. America. It is a member of the Orobanchaceae family. Common gardeners may know the plant as California broomrape. Cultivation | Propagation | General Uses Medicinal | Edible Uses Latin Name: Orobanche californica Common Name: California broomrape Family: Orobanchaceae Author: Cham.&Schldl. Known Hazards: None known Mature Height: 0.12 Mature Width: Habitat: Parasitic on Artemesia tridentata, growing on open slopes in foothills and valleys below 1500 metres[60].
Medicinal Information: A decoction of the plant has been used in the treatment of colds, pneumonia and pulmonary complaints[257].
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