Cytisus purgans - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Status:
valid
Authors:
Spach
Source:
tro
Year:
1845
Citation Micro:
Ann. Sci. Nat., Bot. sér. 3, 3: 156. 1845
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001054711
Common Names
- Purgan Broom
- Cytisus purgans
- Purgans Broom
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Cytisus purgans (also called 'Purging Broom', among many other common names) is a small, evergreen shrub that is native to the Mediterranean region. It has long, thin, green leaves and yellow flowers that bloom in the spring. It prefers full sun and dry, well-drained soil and is often found in rocky areas and on slopes.
Uses & Benefits
Cytisus purgans is used as a fodder crop for livestock and as a soil-improving crop. It is also used as an ornamental plant in gardens.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Cytisus purgans is yellow and pea-like. The seed is small and black. The seedlings are thin and have a single stem.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Cytisus purgans is a deciduous shrub that grows up to 2 m tall. It prefers well-drained soil and full sun. Propagation is by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in spring and cuttings should be taken in late summer or early autumn.
Where to Find Cytisus purgans
Cytisus purgans can be found in the Mediterranean region of Europe and North Africa.
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
The Plant List v1.1 record tro-13029941: Based on the initial data import
Édouard Spach (1801-1879): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Spach' in the authors string.