Taxonomy

Division:

Magnoliophyta | - Flowering plants

Family:

Orobanchaceae

Genus:

Orobanche

Species:

Orobanche minor

Growth Characteristics

Life Cycle:

Annual

Growth Habit:

Forb/herb

Height:

1-2 ft

Light Requirements:

Full Sun

Drought Tolerance:

High

Bloom Months:

mar, apr, may, jun, jul, aug

Bloom Colors:

purple, white

Native Range

United States: District of Columbia, Delaware, Florida, Georgia, Maryland, North Carolina, New Jersey, New York, Oregon, Pennsylvania, South Carolina, Virginia, Vermont, Washington, West Virginia

Soil Requirements

Soil Type:

poor, sandy, well-drained soil

pH:

5.5 - 8.0 (slightly acidic to neutral)

Drainage:

excellent drainage required

Moisture:

dry to moderate

Notes:

parasitic plant, relies on host roots