Water
Water sparingly, allowing the soil to dry out completely between waterings. Hyobanche fulleri is adapted to arid conditions, making overwatering the most common cause of failure.
Ensure excellent drainage to prevent root rot.
Eastern Catsnails (Hyobanche fulleri) is a fascinating leafless parasitic plant native to South Africa, known for its striking tubular red flowers.
At-a-glance light, water, soil, and growing conditions from plant data
Full Sun
75% intensity
Prefers bright, direct sunlight for optimal growth.
Drought Tolerant
25% intensity
Allow soil to dry out completely between waterings.
Well-drained, sandy
50% intensity
Warm
75% intensity
Prefers warm temperatures, typical of its native South African climate.
Not Required
0% intensity
As a parasitic plant, it obtains nutrients from its host.
Safety information from plant toxicity data
| Attribute | Value |
|---|---|
| Toxic for humans | No 0/5 intensity |
| Toxic for pets | No 0/5 intensity |
| Edible | No |
Non-toxic
Key traits and growing stats from plant data
Watering, pruning, propagation, and repotting details from plant data
Water sparingly, allowing the soil to dry out completely between waterings. Hyobanche fulleri is adapted to arid conditions, making overwatering the most common cause of failure.
Ensure excellent drainage to prevent root rot.
Pruning is typically not necessary for Hyobanche fulleri, as it is an ephemeral or short-lived herbaceous plant. Remove any dead or spent flowering stalks only after the plant has finished its life cycle.
Propagation is primarily achieved through seed. Collect seeds from mature pods and sow them on moist, well-draining soil.
Germination is often erratic and may require specific conditions or the presence of a suitable host plant's roots.
Repotting is not a standard practice for Hyobanche fulleri, as it is often grown from seed and has a short lifespan. If attempting to grow it long-term, ensure it is planted in a substrate that mimics its natural, free-draining habitat.
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Monthly activity intensity for bloom and fruit across both hemispheres.
Flowering & fruiting calendar
Flowering & fruiting calendar
Photos of Eastern Catsnails (Hyobanche fulleri)
Common names and botanical synonyms
Botanical classification
| Rank | Name |
|---|---|
| Kingdom | Plantae |
| Division | Tracheophyta |
| Class | Magnoliopsida |
| Order | Lamiales |
| Family | Orobanchaceae |
| Genus | Hyobanche |
| Species | Hyobanche fulleri |
Similar in genus Hyobanche
Answers based on plant encyclopedia data