Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Species:
aphyllum
ID:
214391

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Pall.) Fisch. & C.A.Mey.

Source:
ildis

Year:
1841

Citation Micro:
Enum. Pl. Nov.1: 76 (1841)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000213720



Common Names

  • Eremosparton aphyllum
  • Aphyllous Broom
  • Sticky Broom


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Synonyms

  • Spartium aphyllum Pall. [valid]
  • Lugaion aphyllum (Pall.) Raf. [valid]
  • Genista aphylla DC. [valid]
  • Genista virgata Lam. [unknown]

Description

Eremosparton aphyllum (also called Leafless Eremosparton, among many other common names) is a shrub that can reach up to 2 m in height. It is native to the Mediterranean region and is found in sunny, dry habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Eremosparton aphyllum is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used as a hedge plant and for erosion control.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Eremosparton aphyllum has yellow flowers with five petals. The seeds are small, black and round. The seedlings have a single pair of cotyledons and a single pair of true leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Eremosparton aphyllum is a hardy, evergreen shrub that is easy to grow and propagate. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. Propagation is usually done by cuttings or layering in spring or summer. Seeds can also be used but they may not come true to type.

Where to Find Eremosparton aphyllum

Eremosparton aphyllum can be found in the Mediterranean region, including Spain, Portugal, Italy, and Greece.

Eremosparton aphyllum FAQ

What is the scientific name of Eremosparton aphyllum?

Eremosparton aphyllum

What is the common name of Eremosparton aphyllum?

Leafless broom

What is the natural habitat of Eremosparton aphyllum?

It is found in dry, rocky places

Species in the Fabaceae family

References

Friedrich Ernst Ludwig von Fischer (1782-1854): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Fisch.' in the authors string.
Carl Anton von Meyer (1795-1855): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'C.A.Mey.' in the authors string.
Peter Simon Pallas (1741-1811): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Pall.' in the authors string.