Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
aetnensis
ID:
214395

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Biv.) DC.

Source:
ildis

Year:
1825

Citation Micro:
Prodr.2: 150 (1825)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000213724



Common Names

  • Genista aetnensis
  • Etna Broom
  • Aeolian Broom


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Synonyms

  • Cytisanthus aetnensis (Biv.) Cristof. & Feoli Chiapel [unknown]
  • Spartium aetnensis Biv. [unknown]
  • Lugaion etnense (Biv.) Raf. [valid]
  • Spartium aetnense Biv. [valid]
  • Dendrospartum aetnense (Biv.) Spach [valid]
  • Drymospartum aetnense (Biv.) C.Presl [valid]

Description

Genista aetnensis (also called Mount Etna Broom, 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

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

Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species

Genista aetnensis sub. sarda (C.Presl) Fridl.
Genista aetnensis sub. aetnensis
Genista aetnensis sub. fraisseorum Fridl.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Genista aetnensis 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

Genista aetnensis 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 Genista aetnensis

Genista aetnensis can be found in the Mediterranean region, including Spain, Portugal, Italy, and Greece.

Genista aetnensis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Genista aetnensis?

Genista aetnensis

What is the common name of Genista aetnensis?

Etna broom

What is the natural habitat of Genista aetnensis?

It is found in dry, rocky places

Species in the Genista genus

Genista albida, Genista subcapitata, Genista legionensis, Genista arbusensis, Genista aucheri, Genista balearica, Genista burdurensis, Genista cadasonensis, Genista desoleana, Genista fukarekiana, Genista gasparrinii, Genista hillebrandtii, Genista involucrata, Genista libanotica, Genista maderensis, Genista microphylla, Genista mugronensis, Genista paivae, Genista sanabrensis, Genista sandrasica, Genista sardoa, Genista spachiana, Genista sulcitana, Genista thyrrena, Genista toluensis, Genista versicolor, Genista splendens, Genista canariensis, Genista stenopetala, Genista majorica, Genista depressa, Genista tejedensis, Genista compacta, Genista sibirica, Genista tenera, Genista abchasica, Genista cinerea, Genista hirsuta, Genista angustifolia, Genista dracunculoides, Genista flagellaris, Genista humifusa, Genista kolakowskyi, Genista mingrelica, Genista suanica, Genista taurica, Genista tetragona, Genista verae, Genista acanthoclada, Genista anglica,

Species in the Fabaceae family

References

Antonino Bivona Bernardi (1778-1837): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Biv.' in the authors string.
Augustin Pyramus de Candolle (1778-1841): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'DC.' in the authors string.