Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Species:
wulffii
ID:
209615

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Krecz.) Klásk.

Source:
ildis

Year:
1958

Citation Micro:
Preslia30: 214 (1958)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000208944



Common Names

  • Chamaecytisus wulffii
  • Wulffii Broom
  • Wulffii Chamaecytisus


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Synonyms

  • Cytisus wulffii V.I.Krecz. [valid]
  • Cytisus wulfii Krecz. [unknown]

Description

Chamaecytisus wulffii (also called Wulff's Broom, among many other common names) is a perennial shrub native to Europe and western Asia. It grows in dry, sandy soils, often in open woodlands and pastures.

Uses & Benefits

Chamaecytisus wulffii is a small shrub that is often used as an ornamental plant in gardens. It has small yellow flowers and is drought tolerant. It can also be used as a ground cover or for erosion control.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Chamaecytisus wulffii has yellow flowers with a long, curved spur. The seeds are small, round and black. The seedlings have oval-shaped leaves with a pointed tip.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Chamaecytisus wulffii is a perennial shrub that can be propagated by seed or cuttings. It prefers well-drained, sandy soils and full sun. It can be grown in containers or in the ground. To propagate by seed, sow the seeds in a sterile medium and keep moist until germination. To propagate by cuttings, take semi-hardwood cuttings in late summer or early autumn and place in a well-drained medium. Keep moist until roots form.

Where to Find Chamaecytisus wulffii

Chamaecytisus wulffii can be found in the Caucasus Mountains and in the mountains of Central Asia.

Chamaecytisus wulffii FAQ

What is the scientific name of Chamaecytisus wulffii?

Chamaecytisus wulffii

What is the common name of Chamaecytisus wulffii?

Wulff's Broom

What is the habitat of Chamaecytisus wulffii?

Dry prairies and open 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