Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Species:
angulatus
ID:
214447

Status:
valid

Authors:
(L.) Spach

Source:
ildis

Year:
1845

Citation Micro:
Ann. Sci. Nat., Bot., sér. 3, 3: 153 (1845)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000213776

Common Names

  • Angular Broomrape
  • Angular Orobanche
  • Angular Cancer Root

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Synonyms

  • Genista angulata (L.) Lam. [valid]
  • Lugaion angulatum (L.) Raf. [valid]
  • Retama parviflora (Vent.) Webb [valid]
  • Retama angulata (L.) Griseb. [valid]
  • Spartium parviflorum Vent. [valid]
  • Cytisus angulatus Boiss. ex Spach [valid]
  • Cytisus parviflorus Boiss. [valid]
  • Genista parviflora (Vent.) Poir. [illegitimate]
  • Spartium angulatum L. [valid]

Description

Gonocytisus angulatus (also called Angled Broom, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the pea family Fabaceae. It is a shrub that typically grows up to 1 m (3 ft 3 in) tall, with yellow flowers. It is native to western and central Europe, and is found in a variety of habitats, including grassland, scrub, and woodland.

Uses & Benefits

Gonocytisus angulatus is a species of flowering plant in the family Fabaceae. It is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks, and is also used for erosion control and as a source of nectar for bees.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Gonocytisus angulatus has small, yellow flowers with five petals. The seeds are small, black and oval-shaped. The seedlings are small and have thin stems.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Gonocytisus angulatus is a shrub that can be propagated from cuttings or by seed. Cuttings should be taken in late summer or early autumn and planted in a well-drained soil. Seeds should be sown in the spring in a cold frame or in a pot filled with a well-drained soil. Once established, Gonocytisus angulatus requires little maintenance and can be pruned to shape.

Where to Find Gonocytisus angulatus

Gonocytisus angulatus is native to western Europe and can be found in parts of France, Spain, and Portugal.

Gonocytisus angulatus FAQ

What is the scientific name of Gonocytisus angulatus?

Gonocytisus angulatus

What is the common name of Gonocytisus angulatus?

Angled Broom

What is the natural habitat of Gonocytisus angulatus?

Woodlands, hedgerows, and scrubland

Species in the Fabaceae family

References

Carl Linnaeus (1707-1778): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'L.' in the authors string.
Édouard Spach (1801-1879): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Spach' in the authors string.