Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Lamiales
Genus:
Species:
psila
ID:
388238

Status:
valid

Authors:
C.B.Clarke

Source:
ksu

Year:
1884

Citation Micro:
Fl. Brit. India 4: 327 (1884)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000387570



Common Names

  • Orobanche psila
  • Smooth Broomrape
  • Smooth Orobanche


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Description

Orobanche psila (also called Psila Broomrape, among many other common names) is an annual herbaceous plant with a slender stem, native to the Mediterranean region and found in dry grasslands and rocky places. It has an erect stem, up to 40 cm tall, with small, yellowish flowers.

Uses & Benefits

Orobanche psila is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and is also used medicinally to treat a variety of ailments, including skin diseases, digestive disorders, and respiratory issues.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Orobanche psila has small, yellow flowers and small, black, oval-shaped seeds. The seedlings are small and have a yellowish-green color.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Orobanche psila 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 psila

Orobanche psila is native to South America, primarily in Brazil.

Orobanche psila FAQ

What is the natural habitat of Orobanche psila?

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

What is the size of Orobanche psila?

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

What is the ideal temperature range for Orobanche psila?

Orobanche psila 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

Charles Baron Clarke (1832-1906): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'C.B.Clarke' in the authors string.
Joseph Dalton Hooker (1817-1911): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Hook.f.' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:662618-1: 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].