Species:
aconiti-lycoctoni
Status:
valid
Authors:
Moreno Mor., G.Gómez, Ó.Sánchez, Carlón & M.Laínz
Source:
ksu
Year:
2002
Citation Micro:
Doc. Jard. Bot. Atlántico 1: 37 (2002)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000388676
Common Names
- Aconiti-lycoctoni Broomrape
- Aconiti-lycoctoni Stickweed
- Aconiti-lycoctoni Cancer-root
Description
Orobanche aconiti-lycoctoni (also called monkshood broomrape, among many other common names) is an annual, parasitic plant native to Europe and Asia. It is usually found in grasslands, meadows, and disturbed areas.
Uses & Benefits
Orobanche aconiti-lycoctoni is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used as a source of food for livestock and as a medicinal plant for treating various ailments.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Orobanche aconiti-lycoctoni has yellow flowers with five petals. The seeds are small, black and oval in shape. The seedlings have two pairs of leaves.
Cultivation and Propagation
Orobanche aconiti-lycoctoni is a perennial herbaceous plant that is native to Europe. It is best grown in full sun and well-drained soil. Propagation is done by seed or division in spring or autumn. It can also be propagated from cuttings taken in summer.
Where to Find Orobanche aconiti-lycoctoni
Orobanche aconiti-lycoctoni is native to the Mediterranean region, particularly in the Iberian Peninsula, France, and Italy.
Orobanche aconiti-lycoctoni FAQ
What is the scientific name of Orobanche aconiti-lycoctoni?
Orobanche aconiti-lycoctoni
What is the common name of Orobanche aconiti-lycoctoni?
Aconiti-lycoctoni Broomrape
What type of plant is Orobanche aconiti-lycoctoni?
Parasitic plant
Species in the Orobanche genus
Orobanche picridis,
Orobanche portoilicitana,
Orobanche perangustata,
Orobanche penduliflora,
Orobanche pubescens,
Orobanche purpurea,
Orobanche montserratii,
Orobanche nana,
Orobanche muteliformis,
Orobanche minor,
Orobanche palaestina,
Orobanche pancicii,
Orobanche nowackiana,
Orobanche olbiensis,
Orobanche owerinii,
Orobanche oxyloba,
Orobanche solenanthi,
Orobanche singarensis,
Orobanche sintenisii,
Orobanche teucrii,
Orobanche tetuanensis,
Orobanche spectabilis,
Orobanche stocksii,
Orobanche rosmarina,
Orobanche rigens,
Orobanche reticulata,
Orobanche rechingeri,
Orobanche rapum-genistae,
Orobanche ramosa,
Orobanche schultzii,
Orobanche schelkovnikovii,
Orobanche salviae,
Orobanche sanguinea,
Orobanche grisebachii,
Orobanche grenieri,
Orobanche gratiosa,
Orobanche gracilis,
Orobanche glabricaulis,
Orobanche humbertii,
Orobanche hirtiflora,
Orobanche grossheimii,
Orobanche hederae,
Orobanche haenseleri,
Orobanche flava,
Orobanche esulae,
Orobanche eriophora,
Orobanche elatior,
Orobanche fuscovinosa,
Orobanche gamosepala,
Orobanche foetida,
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
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:20010083-1: 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].