Balanophora harlandii is a rare, parasitic plant with a strikingly unusual appearance. It lacks chlorophyll, resulting in a lack of green pigmentation and an inability to photosynthesize. This characteristic forces balanophora harlandii to draw nutrients directly from the roots of its host plants. Its fleshy, tuber-like structures and branching inflorescences, often reddish or yellow in color, surface above the ground, signaling a covert existence beneath.
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Attributes of Balanophora harlandii
Lifespan
Perennial
Plant Type
Herb
Plant Height
2.5 cm to 9 cm
Flower Size
1.5 mm to 3 mm
Flower Color
Yellow
Red
Leaf type
Deciduous
Scientific Classification of Balanophora harlandii
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Distribution of Balanophora harlandii
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Habitat of Balanophora harlandii
Forests on shady moist mountain slopes
Northern Hemisphere
South Hemisphere
Distribution Map of Balanophora harlandii
Balanophora harlandii is a plant species primarily native to the tropical regions of Southeast Asia and the subtropical zones of East Asia. Its distribution spans across the continent's major forested areas, where it has established itself in the local ecosystems. There is no significant record of balanophora harlandii being introduced or naturalized in regions beyond its native range.
Native
Cultivated
Invasive
Potentially invasive
Exotic
No species reported
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Basic Care Guide
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15-30 cm
For balanophora harlandii, the quintessential window for transplanting spans from the rejuvenation of early spring to the zenith of late spring, ensuring root establishment before summer heat. Select a shady spot with moist soil, and maintain soil integrity during the process for best success.
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Balanophora harlandii
Balanophora harlandii
Balanophora harlandii is a rare, parasitic plant with a strikingly unusual appearance. It lacks chlorophyll, resulting in a lack of green pigmentation and an inability to photosynthesize. This characteristic forces balanophora harlandii to draw nutrients directly from the roots of its host plants. Its fleshy, tuber-like structures and branching inflorescences, often reddish or yellow in color, surface above the ground, signaling a covert existence beneath.
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Key Facts About Balanophora harlandii
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Attributes of Balanophora harlandii
Lifespan
Perennial
Plant Type
Herb
Plant Height
2.5 cm to 9 cm
Flower Size
1.5 mm to 3 mm
Flower Color
Yellow
Red
Leaf type
Deciduous
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Scientific Classification of Balanophora harlandii
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Distribution of Balanophora harlandii
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Habitat of Balanophora harlandii
Forests on shady moist mountain slopes
Northern Hemisphere
South Hemisphere
Distribution Map of Balanophora harlandii
Balanophora harlandii is a plant species primarily native to the tropical regions of Southeast Asia and the subtropical zones of East Asia. Its distribution spans across the continent's major forested areas, where it has established itself in the local ecosystems. There is no significant record of balanophora harlandii being introduced or naturalized in regions beyond its native range.
Native
Cultivated
Invasive
Potentially invasive
Exotic
No species reported
More Info on Balanophora Harlandii Growth and Care
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