Taxonomy

Division:

Magnoliophyta | - Flowering plants

Family:

Orobanchaceae

Genus:

Cistanche

Species:

Cistanche deserticola

Growth Characteristics

Growth Habit:

Parasite

Height:

100 cm

Drought Tolerance:

High

Bloom Months:

apr,may,jun

Bloom Colors:

yellow, purple

Garden & Ecology Notes

Deer Resistant:

Yes

Salt Tolerant:

Yes

Source: deepseek-v4-flash

Propagation & Germination

Stratification:

Cold/moist stratification required — 30–60 days

Germination Time:

14–30 days

Notes:

Seeds require cold stratification for 30-60 days to break dormancy; sow in well-drained sandy soil.

Source: deepseek-v4-flash