Status:
valid
Authors:
(Degen) Kuzm.
Source:
ildis
Year:
1975
Citation Micro:
Taxon 24(4): 504, with wrong vol. and without basionym page. 1975
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000186651
Common Names
- Chamaecytisus Frivaldszkyanus
- Frivaldszky's Chamaecytisus
- Frivaldszky's Broom
Synonyms
- Chamaecytisus friwaldszkyanus Kuzm. [unknown]
Description
Chamaecytisus frivaldszkyanus (also called Frivaldszky's Broom, among many other common names) is a perennial herb native to Europe and Asia. It has small yellow flowers and trifoliate leaves. It prefers dry soils and can be found in grasslands, along roadsides, and in disturbed areas.
Uses & Benefits
Chamaecytisus frivaldszkyanus is used as a forage crop for livestock and as a green manure crop. It is also used as a medicinal plant to treat various ailments such as fever, inflammation, and digestive problems.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Chamaecytisus frivaldszkyanus is a small, yellow flower with five petals and a yellow center. The seed is a small, black, flat seed with a white hilum. The seedlings are small, green, and have two cotyledons.
Cultivation and Propagation
Chamaecytisus frivaldszkyanus is a perennial shrub native to tropical Asia. It can be propagated by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained soil mix and kept moist. Cuttings should be taken from healthy, mature plants and rooted in a moist soil mix. Both methods should be kept in a warm, sunny location.
Where to Find Chamaecytisus frivaldszkyanus
Chamaecytisus frivaldszkyanus can be found in the Mediterranean region, including Spain, France, and Italy.
Chamaecytisus frivaldszkyanus FAQ
What is the scientific name of Chamaecytisus frivaldszkyanus?
Chamaecytisus frivaldszkyanus
What is the common name of Chamaecytisus frivaldszkyanus?
Frivaldszky's Broom
What is the natural habitat of Chamaecytisus frivaldszkyanus?
It is native to temperate Europe and is found in dry, rocky habitats.
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