Slender Broomrape (Orobanche Gracilis) is a annual herb in the Orobanchaceae family with expert care difficulty. It requires low watering and partial shade or filtered_light light in USDA hardiness zones 5-9. This plant is safe for cats and dogs.

Orobanche gracilis is a holoparasitic plant species known as slender broomrape, native to Central and Southern Europe, Southwest Turkey, the Caucasus, and Northwest Africa.

Slender Broomrape

Slender Broomrape

Orobanche Gracilis

Orobanche gracilis is a holoparasitic plant species known as slender broomrape, native to Central and Southern Europe, Southwest Turkey, the Caucasus, and Northwest Africa.

Quick Facts

Type
herb
Lifecycle
annual
Care Difficulty
Expert
Water Needs
Low
Light
Partial Shade, filtered_light
Hardiness Zones
5-9

Safety

🐕
Pet Safe
👶
Child Safe
☠️
Toxic

Growing Conditions

Soil Types:loamy, sandy
Indoor:No
Outdoor:Yes
Garden Use:ecological interest, biodiversity support

Care Calendar

Monthly care tasks for Slender Broomrape

Jan
Prune
Feb
Fertilize
Mar
Repot
Apr
Water+
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Expert Care Tips

Pro tips from botanists and plant experts

Watering Tip

Check soil moisture by inserting your finger 1 inch deep. Water only when the top layer feels dry to prevent overwatering.

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Taxonomy

Family:Orobanchaceae
Genus:Orobanche