Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Species:
viscosus
ID:
186144

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Willd.) Webb & Berthel.

Source:
ildis

Year:
1842

Citation Micro:
Hist. Nat. Iles Canaries3(2; 2): 32 (1842)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000185473



Common Names

  • Viscous Broom
  • Sticky Broom
  • Gummy Broom


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Synonyms

  • Adenocarpus anagyrus Spreng. [valid]
  • Adenocarpus frankenioides DC. [valid]
  • Genista viscosa Willd. [valid]
  • Cytisus foliosus L'Hér. [valid]
  • Cytisus viscosus Hill [valid]
  • Genista foliolosa Link [valid]
  • Adenocarpus viscosus spartioides (Webb & Berthel.) Rivas Mart. & Belmonte [valid]
  • Adenocarpus viscosus spartioides Webb & Berthel. [valid]
  • Adenocarpus viscosus frankenioides (Choisy) Webb & Berthel. [invalid]

Description

Adenocarpus viscosus (also called Broom Bush, among many other common names) is a shrub native to the Mediterranean region. It is a low-growing, evergreen shrub that grows up to 1.5 meters tall. It is found in dry, rocky habitats, as well as in coastal areas.

Uses & Benefits

Adenocarpus viscosus is used as an ornamental plant, for erosion control, and as a cover crop.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Adenocarpus viscosus is yellow, and the seed is a small, black, flattened bean-like structure. The seedlings are small, with thin, light green leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Adenocarpus viscosus is a shrub that can be propagated from seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained soil mix and kept moist until germination. Cuttings should be taken from semi-ripe wood and rooted in a moist soil mix. Once established, the plant should be fertilized and watered regularly.

Where to Find Adenocarpus viscosus

Adenocarpus viscosus can be found in the Mediterranean region, including Spain, Portugal, Morocco, and Algeria.

Adenocarpus viscosus FAQ

What is the scientific name of Adenocarpus viscosus?

Adenocarpus viscosus

What is the common name of Adenocarpus viscosus?

Viscous Broom

What is the natural habitat of Adenocarpus viscosus?

Dry grasslands and scrubland

Species in the Fabaceae family

References

Carl Ludwig Willdenow (1765-1812): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Willd.' in the authors string.
Philip Barker Webb (1793-1854): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Webb' in the authors string.
Sabin Berthelot (1794-1880): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Berthel.' in the authors string.