Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
striatus
ID:
213972

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Hill) Rothm.

Source:
ildis

Year:
1944

Citation Micro:
Feddes Repert. Spec. Nov. Regni Veg.53: 149 (1944)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000213301

Common Names

  • Cytisus striatus
  • Striped Broom
  • Striped Cytisus

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Synonyms

  • Cytisus welwitschii (Boiss. & Reut.) A.B.Jacks. [unknown]
  • Sarothamnus striatus (Hill) Samp. [valid]
  • Cytisus pendulinus L.f. [illegitimate]
  • Genista striata Hill [valid]
  • Spartium striatum (Hill) Samp. [valid]
  • Genista pendulina Lam. [illegitimate]
  • Cytisus patens Murray [unknown]
  • Sarothamnus patens procerum (Willd.) Samp. [unknown]
  • Sarothamnus striatus eriocarpus (Boiss. & Reut.) M.Laínz [unknown]

Description

Cytisus striatus (also called Portuguese Broom, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the Fabaceae family. It is a deciduous shrub native to western and central Europe, from the British Isles south to the Iberian Peninsula, and east to the Caucasus. It typically grows in dry, sunny locations, such as rocky hillsides and open woodlands.

Uses & Benefits

Cytisus striatus is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used as a hedge plant and for erosion control.

Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species

Cytisus striatus sub. megalanthus (Pau & Font Quer) Rivas Mart. & Belmonte
Cytisus striatus sub. striatus

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Cytisus striatus's flower is a small, white flower with five petals. Its seed is a small, dark brown, oval-shaped seed. Its seedlings are small and have a single stem with small, light green leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Cytisus striatus is a shrub that can be propagated from seed or cuttings. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate temperatures down to -10°C (14°F). Prune after flowering to maintain a neat shape.

Where to Find Cytisus striatus

Cytisus striatus is native to the Mediterranean region, and can be found in France, Spain, Italy, Croatia, and Morocco.

Cytisus striatus FAQ

What is the scientific name of Cytisus striatus?

Cytisus striatus

What is the common name of Cytisus striatus?

Striated Broom

What is the natural habitat of Cytisus striatus?

Dry grasslands and scrublands

Species in the Fabaceae family

References

John Hill (1716-1775): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Hill' in the authors string.
Werner Rothmaler (1908-1962): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Rothm.' in the authors string.