Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Lamiales
Genus:
Species:
nana
ID:
388252

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Reut.) Beck

Source:
cmp

Year:
1890

Citation Micro:
Biblioth. Bot. 19: 91 1890

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000387584



Common Names

  • Orobanche nana
  • Dwarf Broomrape
  • Dwarf Orobanche


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Synonyms

  • Phelypaea ramosa nana (Reut.) Rouy [unknown]

Description

Orobanche nana (also called Dwarf Broomrape, among many other common names) is a small, perennial herbaceous plant native to the Mediterranean region. It has white, star-shaped flowers and lanceolate leaves with a white underside. It typically grows in open, sunny areas, such as meadows and pastures.

Uses & Benefits

Orobanche nana is often used as an ornamental plant in gardens and can be used to attract bees and other pollinators.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Orobanche nana has small yellowish-green flowers and small, black, shiny seeds. The seedlings are thin and delicate, with long, thin stems and small, oval-shaped leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Orobanche nana is a perennial plant that is propagated by seed. It is best grown in full sun and well-drained soil. Water the plant regularly, but do not over water. Fertilize the plant once a month with a balanced fertilizer.

Where to Find Orobanche nana

Orobanche nana is native to tropical and subtropical wetlands in Central and South America.

Orobanche nana FAQ

What is the scientific name of Orobanche nana?

Orobanche nana

What is the common name of Orobanche nana?

Nana Orobanche

What type of plant is Orobanche nana?

A 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

Günther Beck von Mannagetta und Lerchenau (1856-1931): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Beck' in the authors string.
George François Reuter (1805-1872): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Reut.' in the authors string.