Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
capitellata
ID:
213983

Status:
valid

Authors:
Coss. & Durieu

Source:
ildis

Year:
1856

Citation Micro:
Bull. Soc. Bot. France3: 672 (1856)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000213312

Common Names

  • Genista capitellata
  • Small-flowered Broom
  • Small-flowered Genista

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Synonyms

  • Genista microcephala capitellata (Coss. & Durieu) Maire [valid]
  • Genista capitellata tunetana Barratte [valid]

Description

Genista capitellata (also called Dwarf 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

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

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Genista capitellata's flower is a small, yellow 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

Genista capitellata 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 Genista capitellata

Genista capitellata is native to the Mediterranean region and can be found in dry, rocky areas.

Genista capitellata FAQ

What is the scientific name of Genista capitellata?

Genista capitellata

What is the common name of Genista capitellata?

Capitellata Broom

What is the natural habitat of Genista capitellata?

Dry grasslands and scrublands

Species in the Genista genus

Genista albida, Genista subcapitata, Genista legionensis, Genista arbusensis, Genista aucheri, Genista balearica, Genista burdurensis, Genista cadasonensis, Genista desoleana, Genista fukarekiana, Genista gasparrinii, Genista hillebrandtii, Genista involucrata, Genista libanotica, Genista maderensis, Genista microphylla, Genista mugronensis, Genista paivae, Genista sanabrensis, Genista sandrasica, Genista sardoa, Genista spachiana, Genista sulcitana, Genista thyrrena, Genista toluensis, Genista versicolor, Genista splendens, Genista canariensis, Genista stenopetala, Genista majorica, Genista depressa, Genista tejedensis, Genista compacta, Genista sibirica, Genista tenera, Genista abchasica, Genista cinerea, Genista hirsuta, Genista angustifolia, Genista dracunculoides, Genista flagellaris, Genista humifusa, Genista kolakowskyi, Genista mingrelica, Genista suanica, Genista taurica, Genista tetragona, Genista verae, Genista acanthoclada, Genista anglica,

Species in the Fabaceae family

References

Ernest Cosson (1819-1889): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Coss.' in the authors string.
Michel Charles Durieu de Maisonneuve (1796-1878): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Durieu' in the authors string.