Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Lamiales
Genus:
Species:
persica
ID:
1416950

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Beck) Novopokr.

Source:
wcvp

Year:
1949

Citation Micro:
Opred. Rast. Kavk. : 354 (1949)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001429415



Common Names

  • Orobanche Persica
  • Persian Broomrape
  • Persian Orobanche


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Description

Orobanche persica (also called Persian broomrape, among many other common names) is an annual plant species in the Orobanchaceae family. It is native to the Mediterranean region and grows in sandy soils. It is a small plant, with a stem that is usually less than 10 cm tall. Its flowers are yellowish-white and its fruits are small, round capsules.

Uses & Benefits

Orobanche persica is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a hedge. It is also used as a medicinal plant for treating fever, headaches, and stomach problems.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Orobanche persica has small yellow flowers with four petals. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings are slender and upright.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Orobanche persica is an annual herb native to the Mediterranean region. It can be propagated from seeds. Seeds should be sown in a light, well-draining potting mix and kept moist. Once established, the plant requires little maintenance and can tolerate a wide range of temperatures and light levels.

Where to Find Orobanche persica

Orobanche persica is native to the Mediterranean region, and can be found in parts of Europe, the Middle East, and North Africa.

Orobanche persica FAQ

What is the scientific name of Orobanche persica?

Orobanche persica

What is the common name of Orobanche persica?

Persian broomrape

What is the natural habitat of Orobanche persica?

Dry, rocky areas in the Mediterranean region

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:77222120-1: 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].