Status:
valid
Authors:
Boiss.
Source:
ildis
Year:
1843
Citation Micro:
Diagn. Pl. Orient.2: 8 (1843)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000213725
Common Names
- Genista anatolica
- Anatolian Broom
- Turkish Broom
Synonyms
- Genista cassia Boiss. [valid]
- Genista orientalis Spach [valid]
- Genista oliveri Spach [valid]
Description
Genista anatolica (also called Anatolian 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 anatolica 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
Genista anatolica 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.
Cultivation and Propagation
Genista anatolica 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 anatolica
Genista anatolica can be found in the Mediterranean region, including Spain, Portugal, Italy, and Greece.
Genista anatolica FAQ
What is the scientific name of Genista anatolica?
Genista anatolica
What is the common name of Genista anatolica?
Anatolian broom
What is the natural habitat of Genista anatolica?
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