Colutea insularis - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Status:
valid
Authors:
Browicz
Source:
ksufab
Year:
1963
Citation Micro:
Monogr. Bot.14: 129 (1963)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000615858
Common Names
- Insularis Colutea
- Insularis Bladder-senna
- Insularis Bladder-senna-bush
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Colutea insularis (also called 'Island Bladder Senna', among many other common names) is an evergreen shrub native to Europe, North Africa and parts of Asia. It has small, ovate leaves and small, yellow flowers. It is found in dry, sandy soils and is often found growing in scrublands.
Uses & Benefits
Colutea insularis is an ornamental plant that is used in gardens and as a houseplant. It is known for its air-purifying properties and can also be used to attract butterflies and hummingbirds.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Colutea insularis has small, yellow flowers and small, black seeds. The seedlings are small and have thin, green stems with small, oval-shaped leaves.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Colutea insularis is a shrub native to Europe and North Africa. It can be propagated by seed or cuttings. It prefers full sun and should be kept moist but not soggy. It should be fertilized every two weeks during the growing season.
Where to Find Colutea insularis
Colutea insularis is native to the Canary Islands.
Colutea insularis FAQ
What is the scientific name of Colutea insularis?
Colutea insularis
What type of plant is Colutea insularis?
Shrub
What is the natural habitat of Colutea insularis?
Grasslands
Species in the Colutea genus
Colutea cilicica, Colutea persica, Colutea afghanica, Colutea gifana, Colutea gracilis, Colutea paulsenii, Colutea porphyrogramma, Colutea uniflora, Colutea nepalensis, Colutea komarovii, Colutea triphylla, Colutea brevialata, Colutea delavayi, Colutea armata, Colutea multiflora, Colutea acutifolia, Colutea armena, Colutea atabaevii, Colutea brachyptera, Colutea buhsei, Colutea jarmolenkoi, Colutea abyssinica, Colutea atlantica, Colutea arborescens, Colutea orientalis, Colutea insularis, Colutea jamnolenkoi, Colutea variabilis, Colutea atabajevi, Colutea istria, Colutea melanocalyx,
Species in the Fabaceae family
References
Kazimierz Browicz (1925-2009): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Browicz' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:486845-1: Based on the initial data import
Legume Data Portal link for: Colutea insularis Browicz: Based on the 2022 Legume checklist.