Lathraea clandestina, a parasitic perennial herb from Europe, lacks chlorophyll and gets nutrients from host trees. It has striking purple flowers in spring.
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Sunlight
Prefers partial to full shade. Avoid direct sunlight.
Watering
Keep soil consistently moist but not waterlogged. Reduce watering during summer dormancy.
Soil
Requires moist, humus-rich soil. It thrives in woodland conditions and can tolerate a range of soil pH.
Temperature
Grows best in cool to moderate temperatures, with a dormancy period in summer.
Habitat
Outdoor
Fertilizer
Does not require fertilization as it is a parasite.
Prefers partial to full shade. Avoid direct sunlight.
Keep soil consistently moist but not waterlogged. Reduce watering during summer dormancy.
Requires moist, humus-rich soil. It thrives in woodland conditions and can tolerate a range of soil pH.
Grows best in cool to moderate temperatures, with a dormancy period in summer.
Outdoor
Does not require fertilization as it is a parasite.
Plant Type
Herb
Plant Category
Ornamental
Plant Place Type
Ground
Plant Environment
Outdoor
Lifespan
Perennials
Plant Height
0.1-0.2 m
Spread
0.5-1 m
Growth Rate
Slow
Dormancy
Summer
Leaf Type
Scale-like
Flower Size
3-4 cm
Toxic for humans
No
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Toxic for pets
No
Rating: 0/5
Edible
No
