Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
acutangulus
ID:
186155

Status:
valid

Authors:
Jaub. & Spach

Source:
ildis

Year:
1846

Citation Micro:
Ill. Pl. Orient.2: 70 (1846)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000185484



Common Names

  • Sharp-Angled Broom
  • Sharp-Angled Cytisus
  • Sharp-Angled Spanish Broom


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Synonyms

  • Corothamnus acutangulus (Jaub. & Spach) Ponert [valid]
  • Spartocytisus acutangulus (Jaub. & Spach) K.Koch [valid]

Description

Cytisus acutangulus (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

Cytisus acutangulus is used as an ornamental plant, for erosion control, and as a cover crop.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Cytisus acutangulus 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

Cytisus acutangulus 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 Cytisus acutangulus

Cytisus acutangulus can be found in the Mediterranean region, including Spain, Portugal, Morocco, and Algeria.

Cytisus acutangulus FAQ

What is the scientific name of Cytisus acutangulus?

Cytisus acutangulus

What is the common name of Cytisus acutangulus?

Sharp-angled Broom

What is the natural habitat of Cytisus acutangulus?

Dry grasslands and scrubland

Species in the Fabaceae family

References

Hippolyte François Jaubert (1798-1874): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Jaub.' in the authors string.
Édouard Spach (1801-1879): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Spach' in the authors string.