Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Species:
pseudocytisus
ID:
195417

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Boiss.) Fertig

Source:
ildis

Year:
1970

Citation Micro:
Israel J. Bot.19: 294 (1970)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000194746

Common Names

  • Cytisopsis pseudocytisus
  • False Cytisopsis
  • False Cytisopsis

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Synonyms

  • Dorycnium pseudocytisus (Boiss.) K.Koch [unknown]
  • Anthyllis pseudocytisus (Boiss.) Walp. [unknown]
  • Cornicina pseudocytisus Boiss. [unknown]

Description

Cytisopsis pseudocytisus (also called False cytisopsis, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the legume family. It is native to Australia, and it grows in dry, sunny habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Cytisopsis pseudocytisus is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used as a medicinal plant to treat skin diseases, ulcers, and wounds.

Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species

Cytisopsis pseudocytisus sub. reeseana (Guyot) Browicz
Cytisopsis pseudocytisus sub. reeseana (Guyot) Lassen
Cytisopsis pseudocytisus sub. pseudocytisus

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Cytisopsis pseudocytisus has small, pink flowers with yellow centers. The seeds are small, dark brown and oval in shape. The seedlings are thin, green and have a single leaf.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Cytisopsis pseudocytisus is a perennial shrub that can be propagated from seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in spring or early summer in a well-drained soil. Cuttings should be taken in late summer or early autumn and rooted in a sandy soil. The plant should be grown in full sun and requires regular watering.

Where to Find Cytisopsis pseudocytisus

Cytisopsis pseudocytisus can be found in the Mediterranean region and in North Africa.

Cytisopsis pseudocytisus FAQ

What is the scientific name of Cytisopsis pseudocytisus?

Cytisopsis pseudocytisus

What is the common name of Cytisopsis pseudocytisus?

False Cytisus

What type of plant is Cytisopsis pseudocytisus?

Shrub

Species in the Fabaceae family

References

Edmond Boissier (1810-1885): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Boiss.' in the authors string.
Irene Gruenberg Fertig: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Fertig' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:489591-1: Based on the initial data import