About Boschniakia rossica (Cham. & Schlecht) B.Fedtsch.
Scientific Classification and Growth Form
This species is a perennial parasitic plant with the scientific name Boschniakia rossica (Cham. & Schlecht) B.Fedtsch.
Plant Height and Stem Characteristics
Individual plants grow 6 to 12 inches tall, producing two or three stems each that form tall, slender stalks.
Root Structure
Its roots grow horizontally outward from a central bulbous mass.
Coloration
The whole plant varies in color from very dark maroon to reddish brown.
Flowering and Seed Production
It blooms every summer and can produce up to 300,000 seeds per plant.
Visual Appearance
Overall, B. rossica strongly resembles a pine cone growing up from the ground.
