Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
baetica
ID:
191654

Status:
valid

Authors:
(L.) Boiss.

Source:
ildis

Year:
1840

Citation Micro:
Voy. Bot. Espagne1: 177 (1840)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000190983



Common Names

  • Spanish Broom
  • Spanish Gorse
  • Broom


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Synonyms

  • Colutea baetica (L.) Cav. [valid]
  • Astragalus lusitanicus Lam. [valid]
  • Astragalus lusitanicus lusitanicus [unknown]
  • Phaca baetica L. [valid]

Description

Erophaca baetica (also called Baetic Erophaca, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the Fabaceae family. It is native to the Mediterranean region and is found in dry, rocky habitats. It has small, oblong leaves and small, yellow flowers.

Uses & Benefits

Erophaca baetica is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used to make herbal tea which is believed to have medicinal properties.

Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species

Erophaca baetica sub. orientalis (Chater & Meikle) Podlech
Erophaca baetica sub. baetica

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Erophaca baetica is a small, yellow, bell-shaped flower with five petals. The seed is a small, black, oval-shaped seed. The seedlings are small, green, and have a single, oval-shaped leaf.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Erophaca baetica can be propagated by seed or division. Seeds should be sown in spring or autumn in a well-drained soil. Division can be done in spring or autumn. The plant should be divided into several clumps and replanted in the desired location.

Where to Find Erophaca baetica

Erophaca baetica can be found in the Andalusia region of Spain.

Erophaca baetica FAQ

What is the scientific name of Erophaca baetica?

Erophaca baetica

What is the common name of Erophaca baetica?

Baetic Broom

What is the natural habitat of Erophaca baetica?

Dry, rocky slopes in the Mediterranean region

Species in the Erophaca genus

Species in the Fabaceae family

References

Edmond Boissier (1810-1885): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Boiss.' in the authors string.
Carl Linnaeus (1707-1778): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'L.' in the authors string.