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Orobanche Hederaea
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Orobanche Hederae

£1.95per packet
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An amazing, non-chlorophyll producing, parasitic plant, attaching itself to the roots of its host plant without actually harming it. Produces bizarely beautiful, orchid-like, purple-veined cream flowers on wax-like stems.

Common name
"Ivy Broomrape".
Family
Orobanchaceae
Packet content
2000 seeds
Height
15 cm - 30 cm
Light level
Full Shade
Growth habit
Herbaceous
Hardiness rating
H5
Pollinator-friendly
Yes
Moisture
Free draining
Region of origin
Europe
Colour
Purple

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