Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Species:
subspinosa
ID:
214392

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Fisch. ex DC.) B.Fedtsch.

Source:
ildis

Year:
1904

Citation Micro:
Trudy Imp. S.-Peterburgsk. Bot. Sada24: 173 (1904)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000213721



Common Names

  • Eversmannia subspinosa
  • Subspinous Broom
  • Tall Broom


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Synonyms

  • Eversmannia astragaloides Regel & Schmalh. [valid]
  • Ewersmannia subspinosa (DC.) B.Fedtsch. [unknown]
  • Hedysarum subspinosum Fisch. ex DC. [valid]
  • Eversmannia hedysaroides Bunge [valid]
  • Glycyrhiza bogdensis Stephan ex B.Fedtsch. [valid]

Description

Eversmannia subspinosa (also called Subspinous Eversmannia, 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

Eversmannia subspinosa 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

Eversmannia subspinosa 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

Eversmannia subspinosa 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 Eversmannia subspinosa

Eversmannia subspinosa can be found in the Mediterranean region, including Spain, Portugal, Italy, and Greece.

Eversmannia subspinosa FAQ

What is the scientific name of Eversmannia subspinosa?

Eversmannia subspinosa

What is the common name of Eversmannia subspinosa?

Thorny broom

What is the natural habitat of Eversmannia subspinosa?

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.
Augustin Pyramus de Candolle (1778-1841): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'DC.' in the authors string.
Boris Fedtschenko (1872-1947): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'B.Fedtsch.' in the authors string.