Correct option is B
The correct answer is: B) Orobanche
Orobanche, also known as broomrape, is a parasitic weed that commonly affects mustard and other cruciferous crops.
It is a root parasite, meaning it attaches to the roots of the host plant (like mustard) and absorbs water and nutrients, causing severe damage and reduced yield.
Information Booster (Key Points):
Orobanche affects mustard, brinjal, tomato, etc.
It is a holoparasitic weed (completely dependent on the host).
It causes stunted growth, yellowing, and yield loss in crops.
Control measures include crop rotation, trap crops, and manual removal.
Knowledge Booster ):
A) Striga: A parasitic weed primarily affecting sorghum, maize, and millets.
C) Cuscuta: Also known as dodder, it is a stem parasite that commonly affects lucerne, niger, and pulses.
D) Loranthus: A stem parasite mostly found on woody trees.
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