Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
scorpius
ID:
214031

Status:
valid

Authors:
(L.) DC.

Source:
ildis

Year:
1805

Citation Micro:
J.B.A.M.de Lamarck & A.P.de Candolle, Fl. Franç., éd. 3, 4: 498 (1805)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000213360

Common Names

  • Scorpion Broom
  • Scorpion Caper Spurge
  • Caper Spurge

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Synonyms

  • Genista purgans (L.) DC. [unknown]
  • Lebeckia scorpius Thunb. [unknown]
  • Spartium scorpius L. [valid]
  • Argelasia scorpius (L.) Fourr. [valid]
  • Corniola scorpius (L.) C.Presl [valid]

Description

Genista scorpius (also called Genista, among many other common names) is a shrub or small tree, native to the Mediterranean region. It has a dense, rounded crown and grows up to 4 meters tall. It is found in dry forests and scrublands, as well as in disturbed areas.

Uses & Benefits

Genista scorpius is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used in landscaping and as a hedge plant. The plant is also used in traditional medicine to treat various ailments.

Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species

Genista scorpius sub. scorpius
Genista scorpius sub. myriantha (Ball) Emb. & Maire
Genista scorpius sub. intermedia Emb. & Maire

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Genista scorpius has yellow flowers, small, dark brown seeds, and small, light green seedlings.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Genista scorpius is a small, deciduous shrub that grows up to 1m in height. It is native to the Mediterranean region and is hardy in USDA zones 8 to 10. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. Propagation is done by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in spring in a well-drained seedling mix. Cuttings should be taken in spring or summer and rooted in a well-drained rooting mix.

Where to Find Genista scorpius

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

Genista scorpius FAQ

What is the scientific name of Genista scorpius?

Genista scorpius

What type of plant is Genista scorpius?

It is a shrub

Where is Genista scorpius native to?

It is native to 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

Carl Linnaeus (1707-1778): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'L.' in the authors string.
Augustin Pyramus de Candolle (1778-1841): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'DC.' in the authors string.