Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Species:
albus
ID:
1062523

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Hacq.) Rothm.

Source:
tro

Year:
1944

Citation Micro:
Feddes Repert. Spec. Nov. Regni Veg.53: 144 (1944)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001061861



Common Names

  • Chamaecytisus albus
  • White Broom
  • White-Flowered Broom


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Description

Chamaecytisus albus (also called White Broom, among many other common names) is a shrub that grows up to 3 meters high. It is native to the Mediterranean region and is found in dry, rocky soils. It has white flowers and its branches are covered in small, grey-green leaves.

Uses & Benefits

Chamaecytisus albus is used as an ornamental plant and for soil stabilization. It also has medicinal properties and is used to treat digestive problems and skin conditions.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Chamaecytisus albus is yellow in color and has five petals. The seed is a small, round-shaped seed with a black color. The seedlings are green in color with two cotyledons.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Chamaecytisus albus is a shrub that can be propagated by seed or cuttings. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate temperatures down to -15°C. It can be pruned to shape and can be used as a hedge.

Where to Find Chamaecytisus albus

Chamaecytisus albus is native to the Mediterranean region and is found in dry, open areas, such as deserts, grasslands, and woodlands.

Species in the Chamaecytisus genus

Chamaecytisus cassius, Chamaecytisus drepanolobus, Chamaecytisus triflorus, Chamaecytisus frivaldszkyanus, Chamaecytisus elongatus, Chamaecytisus kreczetoviczii, Chamaecytisus pineticola, Chamaecytisus wulffii, Chamaecytisus pulvinatus, Chamaecytisus austriacus, Chamaecytisus banaticus, Chamaecytisus borysthenicus, Chamaecytisus danubialis, Chamaecytisus eriocarpus, Chamaecytisus heuffelii, Chamaecytisus hirsutus, Chamaecytisus jankae, Chamaecytisus kovacevii, Chamaecytisus leiocarpus, Chamaecytisus lindemannii, Chamaecytisus litwinowii, Chamaecytisus nejceffii, Chamaecytisus paczoskii, Chamaecytisus podolicus, Chamaecytisus purpureus, Chamaecytisus pygmaeus, Chamaecytisus ratisbonensis, Chamaecytisus rochelii, Chamaecytisus ruthenicus, Chamaecytisus skrobiszewskii, Chamaecytisus spinescens, Chamaecytisus supinus, Chamaecytisus tommasinii, Chamaecytisus zingeri, Chamaecytisus virescens, Chamaecytisus calcareus, Chamaecytisus frivaldszkyanus, Chamaecytisus proteus, Chamaecytisus pseudorochelii, Chamaecytisus prolifer, Chamaecytisus ponomarjovii, Chamaecytisus albus, Chamaecytisus mollis, Chamaecytisus korabensis, Chamaecytisus pseudojankae,

Species in the Fabaceae family

References

Werner Rothmaler (1908-1962): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Rothm.' in the authors string.
Belsazar Hacquet (1739-1815): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Hacq.' in the authors string.