Genista involucrata - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Status:
valid
Authors:
Spach
Source:
ildis
Year:
1845
Citation Micro:
Ann. Sci. Nat., Bot., sér. 3, 3: 120 (1845)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000185518
Common Names
- Genista involucrata
- Involucrate Broom
- Involucrata Broom
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Genista involucrata (also called Involucrate Broom, among many other common names) is a small shrub native to Spain, with small, bright yellow flowers. It is found in dry, rocky habitats.
Uses & Benefits
Genista involucrata 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 involucrata 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 involucrata 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 involucrata
Genista involucrata is native to the Canary Islands.
Genista involucrata FAQ
What is the scientific name of Genista involucrata?
Genista involucrata
What is the common name of Genista involucrata?
Involucrata broom
What is the natural habitat of Genista involucrata?
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
Édouard Spach (1801-1879): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Spach' in the authors string.
Legume Data Portal link for: Genista involucrata Spach: Based on the 2022 Legume checklist.