Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Lamiales
Species:
rossica
ID:
570157

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Cham. & Schltdl.) B.Fedtsch.

Source:
cmp

Year:
1910

Citation Micro:
Fl. Eur. Russ. : 896 (1910)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000569489



Common Names

  • Boschniakia rossica
  • Russian Sedge
  • Russian Boschniakia


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Synonyms

  • Boschniakia glabra C.A.Mey. ex Bong. [unknown]

Description

Boschniakia rossica (also called Russian broomrape, among many other common names) is a parasitic herb with small, yellow flowers and narrow leaves. It is native to Russia and is found in dry, open grasslands and rocky slopes.

Uses & Benefits

Boschniakia rossica is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a source of food for livestock. It is also used medicinally to treat fever, headaches, and stomach problems.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Boschniakia rossica is a small, yellow-green, five-petaled flower. The seed is a small, round, black seed. The seedlings are slender, with narrow, pointed leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Boschniakia rossica is a low-growing, evergreen perennial that grows in clumps. It is native to the Mediterranean region and is hardy in USDA Zones 8-10. It can be propagated by division or cuttings. Division should be done in the spring or fall, while cuttings can be taken in the summer. The plant prefers full sun to partial shade and well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant once established.

Where to Find Boschniakia rossica

Boschniakia rossica is native to Russia and can be found in the regions of Siberia and the Far East.

Boschniakia rossica FAQ

What is the scientific name of Boschniakia rossica?

Boschniakia rossica

What is the common name of Boschniakia rossica?

Russian Boschniakia

What is the natural habitat of Boschniakia rossica?

It is found in boreal forests in northern Europe and Asia

Species in the Boschniakia genus

Species in the Orobanchaceae family

Aeginetia indica, Aeginetia mirabilis, Aeginetia mpomii, Aeginetia selebica, Aeginetia sessilis, Aeginetia sinensis, Aeginetia flava, Aeginetia acaulis, Agalinis angustifolia, Agalinis aphylla, Agalinis aspera, Agalinis auriculata, Agalinis bandeirensis, Agalinis bangii, Agalinis brachyphylla, Agalinis calycina, Agalinis chaparensis, Agalinis communis, Agalinis decemloba, Agalinis densiflora, Agalinis digitalis, Agalinis divaricata, Agalinis edwardsiana, Agalinis fasciculata, Agalinis fiebrigii, Agalinis filicaulis, Agalinis filifolia, Agalinis gattingeri, Agalinis genistifolia, Agalinis gypsophila, Agalinis heterophylla, Agalinis homalantha, Agalinis humilis, Agalinis itambensis, Agalinis kingsii, Agalinis lanceolata, Agalinis laxa, Agalinis linarioides, Agalinis linifolia, Agalinis maritima, Agalinis megalantha, Agalinis meyeniana, Agalinis nana, Agalinis navasotensis, Agalinis neoscotica, Agalinis obtusifolia, Agalinis oligophylla, Agalinis peduncularis, Agalinis pennellii, Agalinis plukenetii,

References

Diederich Franz Leonhard von Schlechtendal (1794-1866): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Schltdl.' in the authors string.
Boris Fedtschenko (1872-1947): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'B.Fedtsch.' in the authors string.
Adelbert von Chamisso (1781-1838): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Cham.' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:35171-2: Govaerts R (ed.). 2023. WCVP: World Checklist of Vascular Plants [Version 11]. Facilitated by the Royal Botanic Gardens, Kew. [WWW document] URL http://sftp.kew.org/pub/data-repositories/WCVP/ [accessed 20 April 2023].