Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
balearica
ID:
186177

Status:
valid

Authors:
Porta & Rigo

Source:
ildis

Year:
1887

Citation Micro:
Nuovo Giorn. Bot. Ital.19: 302 (1887)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000185506



Common Names

  • Genista balearica
  • Balearic Broom
  • Balearica Broom


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Synonyms

  • Genista acanthoclada balearica (Porta & Rigo) Colom [invalid]
  • Genista acanthoclada fasciculata Knoche [unknown]
  • Genista valdes-bermejoi Talavera & L.Sáez [valid]
  • Genista acanthoclada fasciculata (Knoche) O.Bolòs & Vigo [valid]

Description

Genista balearica (also called Balearic Broom, among many other common names) is a small shrub native to the Balearic Islands, with small, bright yellow flowers. It is found in dry, rocky habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Genista balearica is a shrub that is used as an ornamental plant, for erosion control, and as a hedge plant.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Genista balearica is yellow, and the seed is a small, black, flattened bean-like structure. The seedlings are small, with thin, light green leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Genista balearica is a species of evergreen shrub native to the Balearic Islands. It is a low-growing plant with small, yellow flowers. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. Propagation is done by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in spring or autumn, and cuttings should be taken in late summer or early autumn.

Where to Find Genista balearica

Genista balearica can be found in the Mediterranean region, including Spain, France, and Italy.

Genista balearica FAQ

What is the scientific name of Genista balearica?

Genista balearica

What is the common name of Genista balearica?

Balearica broom

What is the natural habitat of Genista balearica?

It is found in dry and rocky areas in the Mediterranean region

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

Pietro Porta (1832-1923): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Porta' in the authors string.
Gregorio Rigo (1841-1922): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Rigo' in the authors string.