Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Lamiales
Genus:
Species:
fasciculata
ID:
388457

Status:
valid

Authors:
Nutt.

Source:
cmp

Year:
1818

Citation Micro:
Gen. N. Amer. Pl. 2: 59 (1818)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000387789



Common Names

  • Clustered Broomrape
  • Clustered Orobanche
  • Fasciculata Broomrape


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Description

Orobanche fasciculata (also called Clustered Broomrape, among many other common names) is an annual parasitic plant native to the Mediterranean region. It has a slender stem and small, yellowish-green flowers. It grows on the roots of various herbaceous plants in dry, sunny habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Orobanche fasciculata has been used in traditional medicine for its anti-inflammatory, anti-bacterial, and anti-fungal properties. It has been used to treat a variety of ailments, including fever, headache, and stomachache. It is also believed to have anti-tumor properties.

Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species

Orobanche fasciculata var. franciscana Achey
Orobanche fasciculata var. fasciculata

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Orobanche fasciculata has small yellow flowers with five petals and a single style. The seeds are small, black and oval shaped. The seedlings are thin and have long, narrow leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Orobanche fasciculata is a perennial plant which can be propagated by seed or division. It prefers a sunny position in well-drained soil. It is best to sow the seeds in the spring, and the seedlings should be transplanted when they are large enough to handle. Division can be done in the spring or autumn. The plants should be divided into small clumps and replanted in the desired location.

Where to Find Orobanche fasciculata

Orobanche fasciculata is found in the Mediterranean region, especially in the south of France, Spain, and Italy.

Orobanche fasciculata FAQ

What is the natural habitat of Orobanche fasciculata?

Orobanche fasciculata is native to Europe, particularly in the Mediterranean region.

What is the size of Orobanche fasciculata?

Orobanche fasciculata typically grows to a height of 6-12 inches.

What is the ideal temperature range for Orobanche fasciculata?

Orobanche fasciculata prefers temperatures between 55-75°F.

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

Thomas Nuttall (1786-1859): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Nutt.' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:662331-1: 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].