Status:
valid
Authors:
Rech.f.
Source:
ksufab
Year:
1952
Citation Micro:
Ark. Bot., a.s., 1: 509 (1952)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000696336
Common Names
- Genista amana
- Amana Genista
- Genista
Description
Genista amana (also called Amana Genista, among many other common names) is a small, evergreen shrub native to the Mediterranean region. It has small, oval-shaped leaves and white flowers that bloom in the spring. It is found in rocky, dry habitats.
Uses & Benefits
Genista amana is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a ground cover. It is also used as a medicinal plant to treat various ailments such as fever, headache, and skin diseases.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flowers of Genista amana are small, yellow and bell-shaped. The seeds are small, black and round-shaped. The seedlings are small and have a single pair of leaves.
Cultivation and Propagation
Genista amana is a low-growing, evergreen shrub that can reach up to 1 m in height. It prefers well-drained, acidic soils and can tolerate partial shade. Propagation is usually done by cuttings or layering in spring or summer.
Where to Find Genista amana
Genista amana can be found in the Alps, Pyrenees, and Carpathian Mountains.
Genista amana FAQ
What is the natural habitat of Genista amana?
Genista amana is native to the Canary Islands.
What type of soil does Genista amana prefer?
Genista amana prefers well-drained, acidic soil.
How often should Genista amana be watered?
Genista amana should be watered regularly, but not too often.
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