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Broomrape

Orobanche sp.

Photo by Jopy
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43.8897, 15.1602

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Description:

Parasitic herbaceous. small plant, about 15 cm tall. It is recognized by its yellow- to straw-coloured stems completely lacking chlorophyll. As they have no chlorophyll, they are totally dependent on other plants for nutrients.

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