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California Broomrape (Orobanche californica) is a parasitic plant found in the wild from British Columbia to California and into Mexico's northwest region, as well as Oregon and Washington. California Broomrape (Latin: Orobanche californica) is an edible plant catalogued in PlantSage.
California Broomrape is generally regarded as safe for culinary use when correctly identified and prepared. Avoid wild specimens from polluted ground and confirm species before harvest.
California Broomrape is a member native to BRC, CAL, MXN, ORE, and WAS. California Broomrape thrives in full sun to partial shade and prefers moist soil that can be light (sandy), medium, or heavy (clay).
California Broomrape grows best in full sun, partial sun/shade, full shade light, moist water, and perennial life cycle. Detailed sowing, propagation, and care notes are on the full profile.
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