Cytisus kerneri - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Status:
valid
Authors:
Blocki
Source:
ksufab
Year:
1892
Citation Micro:
Deutsche Bot. Monatsschr.10: 107 (1892)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000636477
Common Names
- Cytisus kerneri
- Kerner's Broom
- Broom
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesSynonyms
- Chamaecytisus blockianus (Pawl.) Klásk. ex Czerep. [illegitimate]
- Cytisus blockianus Pawł. [illegitimate]
- Cytisus blockii V.I.Krecz. [illegitimate]
- Cytisus marilaunii Borbás [illegitimate]
Description
Cytisus kerneri (also called Kerner's Broom, among many other common names) is a shrub that typically grows up to 1-2 m tall. It is native to southern Europe, and is typically found in dry, sunny habitats such as rocky hillsides, open woodlands, and grasslands.
Uses & Benefits
Cytisus kerneri is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a houseplant. It is also used to make traditional medicines for treating various ailments.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flowers of Cytisus kerneri are yellow, and the seeds are small and black. The seedlings are small and have a thin stem.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Cytisus kerneri can be propagated by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in spring or autumn in a well-drained seed compost and covered lightly with soil. Cuttings should be taken in spring or summer from semi-ripe wood and inserted into a pot of sandy soil. The plant should be kept in a warm, sunny position and watered regularly.
Where to Find Cytisus kerneri
Cytisus kerneri is native to the Mediterranean region, including Spain, Portugal, Morocco, and Algeria.
Cytisus kerneri FAQ
What are the common names of Cytisus kerneri?
Kerner's Broom
What is the native range of Cytisus kerneri?
Southern Europe
What is the growth habit of Cytisus kerneri?
It is a shrub that grows up to 2 meters in height
Species in the Cytisus genus
Cytisus grandiflorus, Cytisus acutangulus, Cytisus filipes, Cytisus orientalis, Cytisus supranubius, Cytisus osyrioides, Cytisus praecox, Cytisus nigricans, Cytisus aeolicus, Cytisus arboreus, Cytisus malacitanus, Cytisus balansae, Cytisus fontanesii, Cytisus striatus, Cytisus villosus, Cytisus agnipilus, Cytisus ardoinoi, Cytisus cantabricus, Cytisus commutatus, Cytisus decumbens, Cytisus emeriflorus, Cytisus multiflorus, Cytisus procumbens, Cytisus scoparius, Cytisus versicolor, Cytisus oromediterraneus, Cytisus cetius, Cytisus purgans, Cytisus maderensis, Cytisus gueneri, Cytisus anatolicus, Cytisus dieckii, Cytisus millenii, Cytisus kerneri, Cytisus prietoi,
Species in the Fabaceae family
References
Legume Data Portal link for: Cytisus kerneri Blocki: Based on the 2022 Legume checklist.