Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
ancistrocarpa
ID:
215102

Status:
valid

Authors:
Spach

Source:
ildis

Year:
1845

Citation Micro:
Ann. Sci. Nat., Bot., sér. 3, 3: 105 (1845)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000214431



Common Names

  • Genista ancistrocarpa
  • Hook-fruited Broom
  • Hook-fruited Genista


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Synonyms

  • Genista acutiflora Pau [valid]
  • Genista anglica acutiflora (Pau) Maire [valid]
  • Genista anglica heterophylla Merino [valid]
  • Genista anglica ancistrocarpa (Spach) Maire [unknown]

Description

Genista ancistrocarpa (also called 'Hook-fruited Broom', among many other common names) is an evergreen shrub with a spreading habit. It is native to the Mediterranean region, and is found in dry woodlands and savannas. It has small, yellow flowers and pinnate leaves.

Uses & Benefits

Genista ancistrocarpa is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a source of timber.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Genista ancistrocarpa has small, yellow flowers with five petals. The seeds are small, black, and oval-shaped. The seedlings have small, light green leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Genista ancistrocarpa is a perennial shrub that can be propagated by seed or cuttings. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It can tolerate drought and is hardy in USDA zones 5-9.

Where to Find Genista ancistrocarpa

Genista ancistrocarpa can be found in the Mediterranean region, including Portugal, Spain, and Morocco.

Genista ancistrocarpa FAQ

What is the scientific name of Genista ancistrocarpa?

Genista ancistrocarpa

What is the common name of Genista ancistrocarpa?

Hooked Broom

Where is Genista ancistrocarpa native to?

Southwestern Europe

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