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Description
Phelipanche Arenaria, also known as Sand Broomrape, is a parasitic plant that belongs to the family Orobanchaceae. It is native to Europe, Western Asia, and North Africa. This plant has no chlorophyll and depends on other plants to obtain its nutrients. It attaches itself to the roots of other plants and absorbs water and nutrients from them. Phelipanche Arenaria can grow up to 60 centimeters tall and has a yellowish-brown stem with scale-like leaves. It produces small, white, and pinkish flowers that bloom from June to August.
Taxonomic Information
| Domain | Eukaryota |
| Kingdom | Plantae |
| Phylum | Spermatophyta |
| Class | Magnoliopsida |
| Order | Lamiales |
| Family | Orobanchaceae |
| Genus | Phelipanche |
Appearance
Phelipanche Arenaria has a yellowish-brown stem that grows up to 60 centimeters tall. It has scale-like leaves that are brownish-purple in color. The flowers of this plant are small, white, and pinkish in color. They bloom from June to August and are arranged in clusters at the top of the stem. The fruit of Phelipanche Arenaria is a capsule that contains numerous tiny seeds.
Care Guide
Phelipanche Arenaria is a parasitic plant and does not require any care. However, if you want to grow it, you can attach it to the roots of other plants. It prefers well-drained soil and partial shade. It is hardy in USDA zones 5-9. This plant does not require any water or fertilization as it obtains its nutrients from other plants.
Common Pests & Diseases
Phelipanche Arenaria has no common pests or diseases as it is a parasitic plant that does not have any leaves or stems.
Habitat
Phelipanche Arenaria is native to Europe, Western Asia, and North Africa. It grows in sandy and rocky areas and is commonly found in coastal regions. It attaches itself to the roots of other plants, such as broom, gorse, and heather.
Question and Answer
Q: Is Phelipanche Arenaria a common plant?
A: No, it is not a common plant as it is parasitic and depends on other plants to obtain its nutrients.
Q: Can Phelipanche Arenaria be grown in a garden?
A: Yes, it can be grown in a garden by attaching it to the roots of other plants.
Q: Does Phelipanche Arenaria have any medicinal properties?
A: No, it does not have any known medicinal properties.
Q: Is Phelipanche Arenaria harmful to other plants?
A: Yes, it is harmful to other plants as it attaches itself to their roots and absorbs their nutrients.
Related Plants
- Phelipanche aegyptiaca
- Phelipanche nana
- Phelipanche ramosa
- Phelipanche rosea
References
- https://www.gbif.org/species/5381653
- https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Phelipanche_arenaria
- https://www.cabi.org/isc/datasheet/115174
