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DESCRIPTION:
Broomrape parasitizes roots of other plants and has no chlorophyll. Its seeds
spread in water and in contaminated soil. Young plant is visible above ground
as a yellowish spear or spike. Mature plant is 4 to 12 inches (10 - 30 cm)
tall. Flowers resemble small snapdragons, ranging in color from white to blue
or violet. Broomrape is a Class A noxious weed in California. If you find it,
contact your Agricultural Commissioner.
Broadleaf ID illustration.
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