Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Malvales
Genus:
Species:
casearia
ID:
388597

Status:
valid

Authors:
Oliv.

Source:
cmp

Year:
1865

Citation Micro:
J. Linn. Soc., Bot. 8: 161 (1865)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000387929



Common Names

  • Octolepis casearia
  • Casearia Broomrape
  • Casearia Broomrape


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Synonyms

  • Makokoa congolana Baill. [unknown]
  • Octolepis nodosericea Gilg [unknown]
  • Octolepis dinklagei Gilg [unknown]
  • Octolepis macrophylla Gilg [unknown]
  • Octolepis pierreana Gilg ex Engl. [unknown]
  • Octolepis congolana Warb. [unknown]
  • Octolepis casearia casearia [unknown]

Description

Octolepis casearia (also called Caesar's Broomrape, among many other common names) is an annual herbaceous plant that grows up to 30 cm tall. It is native to Europe and is found in dry, sandy habitats. It has a slender stem and small, yellowish-white flowers.

Uses & Benefits

Octolepis casearia is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and landscapes. It is also used as a medicinal plant for treating various ailments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Octolepis casearia is a small, yellowish-green, five-petaled flower. The seed is a small, brown, oval-shaped seed. The seedlings are small, green, and have a single stem.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Octolepis casearia is an evergreen shrub that grows best in full sun and well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate light frost. Propagate by seed or cuttings in spring or summer.

Where to Find Octolepis casearia

Octolepis casearia can be found in grasslands, meadows, and pastures in Europe, North Africa, and parts of Asia.

Octolepis casearia FAQ

What is the scientific name of Octolepis casearia?

Octolepis casearia

What is the common name of Octolepis casearia?

Ceasar's Octolepis

What type of plant is Octolepis casearia?

Herb

Species in the Thymelaeaceae family

Aetoxylon sympetalum, Amyxa pluricornis, Aquilaria apiculata, Aquilaria baillonii, Aquilaria banaense, Aquilaria beccariana, Aquilaria brachyantha, Aquilaria citrinicarpa, Aquilaria crassna, Aquilaria cumingiana, Aquilaria decemcostata, Aquilaria filaria, Aquilaria hirta, Aquilaria khasiana, Aquilaria microcarpa, Aquilaria parvifolia, Aquilaria rostrata, Aquilaria rugosa, Aquilaria sinensis, Aquilaria subintegra, Aquilaria urdanetensis, Aquilaria yunnanensis, Aquilaria malaccensis, Aquilaria banaensis, Arnhemia cryptantha, Atemnosiphon coriaceus, Craterosiphon beniensis, Craterosiphon devredii, Craterosiphon louisii, Craterosiphon micranthum, Craterosiphon montanus, Craterosiphon pseudoscandens, Craterosiphon quarrei, Craterosiphon scandens, Craterosiphon schmitzii, Craterosiphon soyauxii, Craterosiphon beniense, Dais cotinifolia, Dais glaucescens, Daphne wolongensis, Daphne hekouensis, Daphne acutiloba, Daphne alpina, Daphne altaica, Daphne arbuscula, Daphne arisanensis, Daphne aurantiaca, Daphne axillaris, Daphne bholua, Daphne blagayana,

References