Genista toluensis - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Status:
valid
Authors:
Vals.
Source:
ildis
Year:
1984
Citation Micro:
Boll. Soc. Sarda Sci. Nat.23: 296 (1984)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000185635
Common Names
- Genista toluensis
- Tolu Broom
- Tolu Gorse
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Genista toluensis (also called Broom, among many other common names) is a small shrub with bright yellow flowers and small, narrow leaves. It is native to the Mediterranean region and is found in dry, rocky habitats.
Uses & Benefits
Genista toluensis is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a source of firewood.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Genista toluensis has small, bright yellow flowers that appear in late spring. The seeds are small, dark brown and have a hard, shiny coating. The seedlings are small and have thin, wiry stems.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Genista toluensis is a small shrub that can be propagated from seed or cuttings. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate some shade. Prune after flowering to maintain a neat shape.
Where to Find Genista toluensis
Genista toluensis can be found in the Mediterranean region of Europe, in the Iberian Peninsula.
Genista toluensis FAQ
What is the scientific name of Genista toluensis?
Genista toluensis
What type of plant is Genista toluensis?
Genista toluensis is a shrub
Where is Genista toluensis native to?
Genista toluensis 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
Franca Valsecchi (b.1931): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Vals.' in the authors string.
Legume Data Portal link for: Genista toluensis Vals.: Based on the 2022 Legume checklist.