Orobanche ramosa

Family Orobanchaceae

Species Profile

Species classification Invasive [NSW's Noxious Weeds]
Common namesBranched Broomrape
SynonymsPhelipanche ramosa (L.) Pomel
LongevityAnnual
Growth formHerb
Seed dispersal morphologyUnassisted
Maximum height (m)0.3
Capable of vegetative reproductionNo
Native rangeNorthern Africa, western Asia, Europe
Exotic range (Australia)SA
Exotic range (other)North America
Habitat types (exotic)Agricultural land, Pastures
Soil type (exotic)Alkaline, Sandy
Decade of introduction1911

National Climate Change Impact

Invasive Class 3

The area of suitable habitat and the habitat suitability of observations, for this species, are projected to decrease or remain the same under RCP 8.5 2065 compared to current climate suitability.

Maps of Habitat Suitability & Recorded Occurrences

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Current suitable habitat

2035 suitable habitat
(RCP 8.5)

2065 suitable habitat
(RCP 8.5)

Recorded occurrences
(Australia)

Recorded occurrences
(global)

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