Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Lamiales
Genus:
Species:
flava
ID:
388451

Status:
valid

Authors:
Mart. ex F.W.Schultz

Source:
cmp

Year:
1829

Citation Micro:
Beitr. Kenntn. Deut. Orobanch. : 9 (1829)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000387783



Common Names

  • Yellow Broomrape
  • Yellow Orobanche
  • Flava Broomrape


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Description

Orobanche flava (also called Yellow 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 flava is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used in traditional medicine to treat various ailments such as fever, headaches, and stomach problems.

Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species

Orobanche flava sub. cicerbitae Uhlich & Rätzel
Orobanche flava sub. flava

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Orobanche flava 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 flava 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 flava

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

Orobanche flava FAQ

What is the natural habitat of Orobanche flava?

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

What is the size of Orobanche flava?

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

What is the ideal temperature range for Orobanche flava?

Orobanche flava 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

Carl Friedrich Philipp von Martius (1794-1868): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Mart.' in the authors string.
Friedrich Wilhelm Schultz (1804-1876): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'F.W.Schultz' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:662335-1: 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].