Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Malvales
Genus:
Species:
hirsuta
ID:
458276

Status:
valid

Authors:
Endl.

Source:
cmp

Year:
1848

Citation Micro:
Gen. Pl. , Suppl. 4(2): 65 (1848)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000457608

Common Names

  • Hirsuta Thymelaea
  • Hirsutal Thymelaea
  • Hirsutal Thymelea

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Synonyms

  • Lachnaea hirsuta Crantz [unknown]
  • Passerina hirsuta L. [unknown]
  • Piptochlamys hirsuta C.A.Mey. [unknown]
  • Passerina telonensis Gand. [unknown]
  • Stellera hirsuta (L.) Oken [unknown]
  • Sanamunda tomentosa Zumagl. [unknown]
  • Giardia hirsuta (Endl.) C.Gerber [unknown]
  • Chlamydanthus hirsutus Griseb. [unknown]
  • Passerina metnan Forssk. [unknown]
  • Passerina polygalifolia Lapeyr. [unknown]
  • Tartonia ovatifolia Raf. [unknown]
  • Thymelaea hirsuta vulgaris Meisn. [unknown]
  • Thymelaea hirsuta rotundifolia Meisn. [unknown]
  • Thymelaea hirsuta angustifolia Meisn. [unknown]
  • Passerina hirsuta vestita Gren. & Godr. [unknown]
  • Thymelaea hirsuta polygalaefolia (Lapeyr.) Endl. [unknown]

Description

Thymelaea hirsuta (also called 'Hairy Broom', among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the family Thymelaeaceae. It is native to the Mediterranean region and typically grows in rocky and sandy habitats. It has a woody stem and its leaves are lanceolate and toothed. Its flowers are white and tubular.

Uses & Benefits

Thymelaea hirsuta is used in traditional medicine as an antiseptic, anti-inflammatory, and astringent. It is also used as a dye and for tanning leather.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Thymelaea hirsuta has small, white flowers with yellow centers and small, black seeds. The seedlings are small and have a single, thin stem with small, green leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Thymelaea hirsuta is a shrub that can be propagated from seed or cuttings. It prefers well-drained, sandy soils and full sun. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate temperatures down to -10°C. Pruning is recommended to maintain a compact shape.

Where to Find Thymelaea hirsuta

Thymelaea hirsuta is native to the Mediterranean region, and can be found in countries such as Spain, Portugal, and Italy.

Thymelaea hirsuta FAQ

What is the scientific name of Thymelaea hirsuta?

Thymelaea hirsuta

What is the family of Thymelaea hirsuta?

Thymelaeaceae

Where is Thymelaea hirsuta found?

Turkey

Species in the Thymelaeaceae family

Aetoxylon sympetalum, Amyxa pluricornis, Aquilaria apiculata, Aquilaria baillonii, Aquilaria banaense, Aquilaria beccariana, Aquilaria brachyantha, Aquilaria citrinicarpa, Aquilaria crassna, Aquilaria cumingiana, Aquilaria decemcostata, Aquilaria filaria, Aquilaria hirta, Aquilaria khasiana, Aquilaria microcarpa, Aquilaria parvifolia, Aquilaria rostrata, Aquilaria rugosa, Aquilaria sinensis, Aquilaria subintegra, Aquilaria urdanetensis, Aquilaria yunnanensis, Aquilaria malaccensis, Aquilaria banaensis, Arnhemia cryptantha, Atemnosiphon coriaceus, Craterosiphon beniensis, Craterosiphon devredii, Craterosiphon louisii, Craterosiphon micranthum, Craterosiphon montanus, Craterosiphon pseudoscandens, Craterosiphon quarrei, Craterosiphon scandens, Craterosiphon schmitzii, Craterosiphon soyauxii, Craterosiphon beniense, Dais cotinifolia, Dais glaucescens, Daphne wolongensis, Daphne hekouensis, Daphne acutiloba, Daphne alpina, Daphne altaica, Daphne arbuscula, Daphne arisanensis, Daphne aurantiaca, Daphne axillaris, Daphne bholua, Daphne blagayana,

References