Status:
valid
Authors:
Exell
Source:
cmp
Year:
1927
Citation Micro:
J. Bot. 65(Suppl. 1): 37 (1927)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000387958
Common Names
- Great Broomrape
- Great Orobanche
- Grandis Orobanche
Description
Octolobus grandis (also called Large Octolobus, among many other common names) is a small, perennial shrub native to Central Africa. It grows in moist to wet forests, such as rainforests and swamps.
Uses & Benefits
Octolobus grandis is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and landscapes. It is also used for erosion control and as a soil stabilizer.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Octolobus grandis is a small, yellowish-green, five-petaled flower. The seed is a small, brown, oval-shaped seed. The seedlings are small, green, and have a single stem.
Cultivation and Propagation
Octolobus grandis is a perennial shrub that can be propagated by seed or cuttings. It prefers moist, well-drained soils and full sun to partial shade. It is tolerant of drought and can be grown in a variety of soils. It is best to sow the seed in the spring or fall in a sunny location. Cuttings can be taken in the spring or fall and rooted in a potting mix.
Where to Find Octolobus grandis
Octolobus grandis is native to tropical and subtropical regions of the Americas, from Mexico to Argentina.
Octolobus grandis FAQ
What is the scientific name of Octolobus grandis?
Octolobus grandis
What is the common name of Octolobus grandis?
Large Octolobus
What type of plant is Octolobus grandis?
Herb
Species in the Octolobus genus
Species in the Malvaceae family
Abelmoschus angulosus,
Abelmoschus caillei,
Abelmoschus crinitus,
Abelmoschus esculentus,
Abelmoschus ficulneus,
Abelmoschus hostilis,
Abelmoschus magnificus,
Abelmoschus manihot,
Abelmoschus moschatus,
Abelmoschus muliensis,
Abelmoschus sagittifolius,
Abelmoschus enbeepeegearensis,
Abroma augustum,
Abutilon abutiloides,
Abutilon affine,
Abutilon alii,
Abutilon amplum,
Abutilon andrewsianum,
Abutilon andrieuxii,
Abutilon anglosomaliae,
Abutilon angulatum,
Abutilon anodoides,
Abutilon appendiculatum,
Abutilon arenarium,
Abutilon arequipense,
Abutilon auritum,
Abutilon austroafricanum,
Abutilon badium,
Abutilon balansae,
Abutilon bastardioides,
Abutilon benedictum,
Abutilon berlandieri,
Abutilon bidentatum,
Abutilon bracteosum,
Abutilon buchii,
Abutilon burandtii,
Abutilon bussei,
Abutilon californicum,
Abutilon calliphyllum,
Abutilon carinatum,
Abutilon coahuilae,
Abutilon commutatum,
Abutilon cryptopetalum,
Abutilon cuspidatum,
Abutilon densiflorum,
Abutilon dinteri,
Abutilon dispermum,
Abutilon divaricatum,
Abutilon dugesii,
Abutilon durandoi,