Adenocarpus mannii - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
mannii
ID:
213791
Status:
valid
Authors:
(Hook.f.) Hook.f.
Source:
ildis
Year:
1863
Citation Micro:
J. Proc. Linn. Soc., Bot.7: 189 (1863)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000213120
Common Names
- Adenocarpus mannii
- Mann's Adenocarpus
- Adenocarpus mannii
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- Adenocarpus benguellensis Welw. ex Baker [valid]
- Cytisus mannii Hook.f. [valid]
- Adenocarpus mannii laevicarpa Verdc. [valid]
Description
Adenocarpus mannii (also called Green Broom, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the family Fabaceae. It is a shrub with small, yellow flowers and small, leathery leaves. It is native to the Mediterranean region and is found in dry, rocky habitats.
Uses & Benefits
Adenocarpus mannii is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used in traditional medicine for treating various ailments such as fever, headache, and stomachache.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Adenocarpus mannii has small, yellow flowers with five petals. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings are small and have green leaves with white veins.
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Adenocarpus mannii is an evergreen shrub that can be propagated by seed or cuttings. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It is tolerant of salt spray and can tolerate drought. It is best grown in USDA hardiness zones 8-10.
Where to Find Adenocarpus mannii
Adenocarpus mannii is native to Africa and can be found in grasslands, meadows, and other open habitats.
Adenocarpus mannii FAQ
What is the scientific name of Adenocarpus mannii?
Adenocarpus mannii
What is the common name of Adenocarpus mannii?
Mann's Adenocarpus
What is the natural habitat of Adenocarpus mannii?
It is native to the Mediterranean region
Species in the Adenocarpus genus
Adenocarpus anagyrifolius, Adenocarpus foliolosus, Adenocarpus ombriosus, Adenocarpus viscosus, Adenocarpus argyrophyllus, Adenocarpus complicatus, Adenocarpus artemisiifolius, Adenocarpus bacquei, Adenocarpus boudyi, Adenocarpus cincinnatus, Adenocarpus decorticans, Adenocarpus faurei, Adenocarpus mannii, Adenocarpus telonensis, Adenocarpus umbellatus, Adenocarpus hispanicus, Adenocarpus commutatus, Adenocarpus desertorum, Adenocarpus subdecorticans, Adenocarpus complicatus, Adenocarpus ronaldii,
Species in the Fabaceae family
References
Joseph Dalton Hooker (1817-1911): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Hook.f.' in the authors string.
Legume Data Portal link for: Adenocarpus mannii (Hook.f.) Hook.f.: Based on the 2022 Legume checklist.