Broomrapes
Orobanche spp.See it - Report it
Early detection is vital to stop Broomrapes becoming established in South Australia.
If you see this weed, please report it to the National Pest Alert Hotline (Freecall) 1800 084 881.
Weed profile
- Annual
- Herb
- Reportable
- Contaminates produce
Impact
Parasite on broadleaf crop plants.
Description
- Parasitic annuals with underground rootstocks attached to hosts.
- No part is green.
- Stems briefly emerge in spring.
- Leafless apart from a few scales.
- Flowers tubular, cream to blue.
- Numerous tiny seeds in capsules.