Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
florida
ID:
213996

Status:
valid

Authors:
L.

Source:
ildis

Year:
1759

Citation Micro:
Syst. Nat. ed. 10, 2: 1157 (1759)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000213325



Common Names

  • Genista florida
  • Showy Broom
  • Showy Genista


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Synonyms

  • Genista leptoclada Spach [unknown]
  • Telinaria florida C.Presl [valid]
  • Genistella florida Pourr. ex Colmeiro [valid]
  • Genista florida angustifolia Pau ex Merino [unknown]
  • Genista florida latifolia Pau ex Merino [unknown]
  • Genista florida polygaliiphylla (Brot.) Cout. [unknown]
  • Genista leptoclada lucida Gand. [unknown]
  • Genista polygaliiphylla leptoclada (Spach) Nyman [unknown]
  • Genista florida latifolia (Pau ex Merino) C.Vicioso [unknown]
  • Genista florida leptoclada (Spach) C.Vicioso [unknown]

Description

Genista florida (also called Spanish Broom, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the Fabaceae family. It is a deciduous shrub native to western and central Europe, from the British Isles south to the Iberian Peninsula, and east to the Caucasus. It typically grows in dry, sunny locations, such as rocky hillsides and open woodlands.

Uses & Benefits

Genista florida is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used as a hedge plant and for erosion control.

Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species

Genista florida sub. maroccana (Ball) Cantó, Rivas Mart., Greinw. & Rensen,
Genista florida sub. florida
Genista florida sub. leptoclada (Gay ex Spach) Cout.
Genista florida sub. polygaliphylla

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Genista florida has yellow flowers, small, dark brown seeds, and small, light green seedlings.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Genista florida is a shrub that can be propagated from seed or cuttings. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate temperatures down to -10°C (14°F). Prune after flowering to maintain a neat shape.

Where to Find Genista florida

Genista florida is native to the Mediterranean region and can be found in dry, rocky areas.

Genista florida FAQ

What is the scientific name of Genista florida?

Genista florida

What is the common name of Genista florida?

Flowery Broom

What is the habitat of Genista florida?

It is found in dry, rocky habitats

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