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Broom Rape (Orobanche ludoviciana) is a perennial forb or herb known for its distinctive parasitic nature, where it attaches to the roots of other plants to obtain nutrients. Broom Rape (Latin: Orobanche ludoviciana) is an edible plant catalogued in PlantSage.
Broom Rape is generally regarded as safe for culinary use when correctly identified and prepared. Avoid wild specimens from polluted ground and confirm species before harvest.
Broom Rape is a member native to ALA, ABT, BRC, COL, FLA, and IDA. Broom Rape thrives in full sun to partial shade and prefers moist soil that is light (sandy), medium, or heavy (clay).
Broom Rape 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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