Orobanche cernua (Orobanchaceae)

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Orobanche cernua
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The Orobanche cernua plant species is found in Europe - Mediterranean to E. Asia. It is a member of the Orobanchaceae family.

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Latin Name:  Orobanche cernua
Family:  Orobanchaceae
Author:  Loefl.

Known Hazards:  None known

Mature Height:  0.3   Mature Width:

Habitat:  Rocky slopes, especially in Lahul, 1500 - 3300 metres from Pakistan to C. Nepal in the Himalayas[51].

Cultivation Notes: We have very little information on this species and do not know if it will be hardy in Britain, though judging by its native range it should succeed outdoors at least in the milder areas of this country. It requires a well-drained soil and should succeed in sun or shade. A fully parasitic plant lacking in chlorophyl, it is entirely dependant upon its host plant for obtaining nutrient[200]. We do not know which species it uses as hosts[K].

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