Genista libanotica - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Status:
valid
Authors:
Boiss.
Source:
ildis
Year:
1849
Citation Micro:
Diagn. Pl. Orient.9: 3 (1849)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000185519
Common Names
- Genista libanotica
- Lebanese Broom
- Libanotica Broom
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Genista libanotica (also called Lebanese Broom, among many other common names) is a small shrub native to Lebanon, with small, bright yellow flowers. It is found in dry, rocky habitats.
Uses & Benefits
Genista libanotica is a shrub that is used as an ornamental plant, for erosion control, and as a hedge plant.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Genista libanotica has small yellow flowers with five petals. The seed is small, brown and round. The seedlings are small and have a single pair of leaves.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Genista libanotica is a species of evergreen shrub native to Lebanon. 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 libanotica
Genista libanotica is native to Lebanon.
Genista libanotica FAQ
What is the scientific name of Genista libanotica?
Genista libanotica
What is the common name of Genista libanotica?
Libanotica broom
What is the natural habitat of Genista libanotica?
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
Edmond Boissier (1810-1885): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Boiss.' in the authors string.
Legume Data Portal link for: Genista libanotica Boiss.: Based on the 2022 Legume checklist.