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Desert Broomrape

Cistanche deserticola, Orobanchaceae

Zones
7–11
Layer
Herbaceous
Lifespan
Perennial
Growth
Slow

Guild Roles

ProducerBeneficial Insect Habitat

Growing Conditions

Sun

Full Sun (preferred)

Water

Low (established)Low (seedling)

Soil pH

7 – 8.5

Tolerances

Drought
Frost
Heat
Pest Resistance
Disease Resist.

Companion Plants

Black SaxaulHaloxylon aphyllum
Physical SupportNutrient Accumulation

Antagonistic Plants

Desert Bean CaperTetraena fontanesii

Desert broomrape may parasitize desert bean caper or compete for similar host plants in desert environments

Uses

Functions

Medicinal HerbSoil StabilizationSpecialty Crop

Edible Parts

Stems

Medicinal Uses

Kidney TonicLongevity HerbReproductive Health

Common Questions

What zones does Desert Broomrape grow in?

Desert Broomrape grows in USDA hardiness zones 7 through 11.

What are good companion plants for Desert Broomrape?

Good companions for Desert Broomrape include Black Saxaul.

Design guilds with Desert Broomrape and see companion relationships visually.

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