Genista hillebrandtii - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Status:
valid
Authors:
Christ. ex Briq.
Source:
ildis
Year:
1894
Citation Micro:
Étud. Cytises Alpes Mar. sphalm. 1894 [Jun 1894]
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000185515
Common Names
- Hillebrandt Broom
- Hillebrandt Genista
- Genista hillebrandtii
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Genista hillebrandtii (also called Hillebrandt Broom, among many other common names) is a small shrub native to the Canary Islands, with small, bright yellow flowers. It is found in dry, rocky habitats.
Uses & Benefits
Genista hillebrandtii is a shrub that is used as an ornamental plant, for erosion control, and as a hedge plant.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Genista hillebrandtii is yellow, and the seed is a small, black, flattened bean-like structure. The seedlings are small, with thin, light green leaves.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Genista hillebrandtii is a species of evergreen shrub native to the Canary Islands. It is a low-growing plant with small, yellow flowers. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. Propagation is done by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in spring or autumn, and cuttings should be taken in late summer or early autumn.
Where to Find Genista hillebrandtii
Genista hillebrandtii is native to the Azores Islands.
Genista hillebrandtii FAQ
What is the scientific name of Genista hillebrandtii?
Genista hillebrandtii
What is the common name of Genista hillebrandtii?
Hillebrandtii broom
What is the natural habitat of Genista hillebrandtii?
It is found in dry and rocky areas in the Mediterranean region
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
The Plant List v1.1 record ild-31765: Based on the initial data import
John Isaac Briquet (1870-1931): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Briq.' in the authors string.