Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
canariensis
ID:
186329

Status:
valid

Authors:
L.

Source:
ildis

Year:
1753

Citation Micro:
Sp. Pl.: 709 (1753)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000185658



Common Names

  • Genista canariensis
  • Canary Broom
  • Canary Gorse


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Synonyms

  • Cytisus hillebrandtii Briq. [valid]
  • Teline canariensis (L.) Webb & Berthel. [valid]
  • Cytisus canariensis (L.) Kuntze [valid]
  • Teline ramosissima (Poir.) Webb & Berthel. [valid]
  • Teline hillebrandii (Christ) G.Kunkel [valid]
  • Telinaria canariensis (L.) C.Presl [valid]
  • Telinaria ramosissima C.Presl [valid]
  • Spartium terminale Salisb. [valid]
  • Spartium albicans Cav. [valid]
  • Avornela canariensis (L.) Raf. [valid]
  • Cytisus paniculatus Loisel. [valid]
  • Cytisus ramosissimus Poir. [valid]
  • Cytisus rhodopnoa (Webb & Berthel.) Schouw [valid]
  • Genista discolor Webb ex Lowe [valid]
  • Genista hillebrandii Christ [valid]
  • Genista rhodopnoa Webb & Berthel. [valid]
  • Genista philippii Lindl. [valid]
  • Cytisus philippii Lindl. [valid]
  • Genista paniculata (Loisel.) A.Braun & Asch. [valid]
  • Teline canariensis lanuginosa G.Kunkel [valid]
  • Teline canariensis ramosissima (Poir.) G.Kunkel [valid]
  • Cytisus canariensis ramosissimus (Poir.) Bornm. [valid]
  • Genista candicans subspicata Webb ex Christ [valid]
  • Genista ramosissima discolor (Webb ex Lowe) Christ [valid]
  • Genista ramosissima (Poir.) Spach [illegitimate]

Description

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

Uses & Benefits

Genista canariensis is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a source of firewood.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Genista canariensis has small, bright yellow flowers that appear in late spring. The seeds are small, dark brown and have a hard, shiny coating. The seedlings are small and have thin, wiry stems.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Genista canariensis is a small shrub that can be propagated from seed or cuttings. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate some shade. Prune after flowering to maintain a neat shape.

Where to Find Genista canariensis

Genista canariensis can be found in the Canary Islands.

Genista canariensis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Genista canariensis?

Genista canariensis

What is the common name of Genista canariensis?

Canary Broom

What is the natural habitat of Genista canariensis?

Genista canariensis is native to the Canary Islands.

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