Cytisus nigricans - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Status:
valid
Authors:
L.
Source:
ildis
Year:
1753
Citation Micro:
Sp. Pl.: 739 (1753)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000186668
Common Names
- Black Broom
- Black Spanish Broom
- Black Laburnum
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- Cytisus nigricans nigricans [unknown]
- Lembotropis nigricans (L.) Griseb. [valid]
- Lembotropis nigricans nigricans [unknown]
- Laburnum nigricans (L.) J.Presl [valid]
- Calophaca nigricans (L.) B.Fedtsch. [valid]
- Cytisus virgatus Salisb. [illegitimate]
- Genista nigricans (L.) Scheele [unknown]
Description
Cytisus nigricans (also called Black Broom, among many other common names) is a shrub native to the Mediterranean region. It has yellow flowers and grows in dry, sandy soils. It is found in open woodlands, grasslands, and scrublands.
Uses & Benefits
Cytisus nigricans 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.
Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species
Cytisus nigricans sub. nigricansCytisus nigricans sub. atratus (Schur) Nyman
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Cytisus nigricans has yellow flowers with five petals, each about 1 cm long. The seeds are brown, flat, and about 2 mm long. The seedlings are slender, with two cotyledons and a long hypocotyl.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Cytisus nigricans 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 Cytisus nigricans
Cytisus nigricans can be found in the western United States, primarily in California, Arizona, and New Mexico.
Cytisus nigricans FAQ
What is the scientific name of Cytisus nigricans?
Cytisus nigricans
What is the common name of Cytisus nigricans?
Black Broom
What is the natural habitat of Cytisus nigricans?
It is native to temperate Europe and is found in dry, rocky habitats.
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
Carl Linnaeus (1707-1778): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'L.' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:489855-1: Based on the initial data import
Legume Data Portal link for: Cytisus nigricans L.: Based on the 2022 Legume checklist.