Status:
valid
Authors:
Hu
Source:
tro
Year:
1939
Citation Micro:
Sunyatsenia 4(1–2): 2–4, pl. 1 1939
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001089316
Common Names
- Mupin Broomrape
- Gleadovia mupinense
- Mupin Orobanche
Description
Gleadovia mupinense (also called Mupin Broomrape, among many other common names) is an annual herb that grows up to 60 cm tall. It is native to Europe and is found in dry grasslands and rocky areas.
Uses & Benefits
Gleadovia mupinense is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Gleadovia mupinense has small, white flowers with five petals and a yellow center. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings are small and green.
Cultivation and Propagation
Gleadovia mupinense is a perennial plant that is propagated by seed or cuttings. It prefers well-drained soil and full sun. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate temperatures as low as -20°C. It is best grown in a sunny location with good air circulation. It can be propagated by seed or cuttings.
Where to Find Gleadovia mupinense
Gleadovia mupinense is native to the Mediterranean region and can be found in dry, sunny areas with sandy or rocky soils.
Species in the Gleadovia genus
Species in the Orobanchaceae family
Aeginetia indica,
Aeginetia mirabilis,
Aeginetia mpomii,
Aeginetia selebica,
Aeginetia sessilis,
Aeginetia sinensis,
Aeginetia flava,
Aeginetia acaulis,
Agalinis angustifolia,
Agalinis aphylla,
Agalinis aspera,
Agalinis auriculata,
Agalinis bandeirensis,
Agalinis bangii,
Agalinis brachyphylla,
Agalinis calycina,
Agalinis chaparensis,
Agalinis communis,
Agalinis decemloba,
Agalinis densiflora,
Agalinis digitalis,
Agalinis divaricata,
Agalinis edwardsiana,
Agalinis fasciculata,
Agalinis fiebrigii,
Agalinis filicaulis,
Agalinis filifolia,
Agalinis gattingeri,
Agalinis genistifolia,
Agalinis gypsophila,
Agalinis heterophylla,
Agalinis homalantha,
Agalinis humilis,
Agalinis itambensis,
Agalinis kingsii,
Agalinis lanceolata,
Agalinis laxa,
Agalinis linarioides,
Agalinis linifolia,
Agalinis maritima,
Agalinis megalantha,
Agalinis meyeniana,
Agalinis nana,
Agalinis navasotensis,
Agalinis neoscotica,
Agalinis obtusifolia,
Agalinis oligophylla,
Agalinis peduncularis,
Agalinis pennellii,
Agalinis plukenetii,