One-flowered Cancer-root
NameOne-flowered Cancer-root
Species NameOrobanche uniflora
Common NameOne-flowered Cancer-root
Bonsai Styleinformal-upright
Estimated Age (years)1
Container Typenatural ground
Geographic Originnorth-america
Cultivation Difficultyexpert
Trunk Featuresslender stems, hairy surface
Foliage Typelacks prominent foliage
Height (cm)8
Nebari (Root Flare) Qualitynot applicable
Is Floweringtrue
Notable FeaturesThis plant is notable for its parasitic nature, lacking chlorophyll and relying on a host plant for nutrients. Its delicate, solitary flowers emerge directly from the ground or leaf litter.
Description
This specimen of One-flowered Cancer-root displays two delicate, pale lavender to white flowers with bright yellow centers, emerging from the leaf litter. Its slender, hairy stems rise vertically, showcasing its unique achlorophyllous nature as a parasitic plant.
