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Orobanche lucorum

Barberry Broomrape
Botanical Data
  • Taxonomic Rank: Species
  • Botanical Family: Orobanchaceae
  • WCVP Morphological Data: Recorded natively as a holoparasite.

Found natively in Temperate Asia and Europe, Orobanche lucorum (commonly known as Barberry Broomrape) is a parasitic plant belonging to the Orobanchaceae family. In its natural range, this species typically occurs in temperate conditions.

Macro Climate
Temperate
Plant Type
Unclassified

Native Range

Continents (WGSRPD)
ASIA-TEMPERATE, EUROPE
Regions (WGSRPD)
Caucasus, Middle Europe, Southeastern Europe
Botanical Countries (WGSRPD L3)
Austria, Germany, Italy, North Caucasus, Switzerland

Introduced Range

Plants flagged as 'Introduced' have been transported outside their native historical range by human activity. While many are common ornamentals, some may become naturalized or invasive in local environments. Local ecological guidelines require verification prior to planting.
Botanical Countries (Non-Native)
Czechoslovakia

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