Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
fritschii
ID:
697125

Status:
valid

Authors:
Rech.

Source:
ksufab

Year:
1910

Citation Micro:
Mitt. Naturwiss. Vereines Steiermark44: 41 (1910)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000696458



Common Names

  • Fritsch's Broom
  • Gorse
  • Common Broom


Searching for Genista fritschii? Discover Suppliers and Request Free Samples Now!

Find Suppliers & Request Samples

Description

Genista fritschii (also called Broom, among many other common names) is a shrub native to the Mediterranean region, growing in dry and rocky habitats. It has small, oval-shaped leaves and yellow flowers.

Uses & Benefits

Genista fritschii is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a ground cover. It is also used to attract butterflies and bees.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flowers of Genista fritschii are yellow and pea-like, with four petals and a long, curved style. The seeds are small, dark brown, and oval in shape. The seedlings are slender and upright, with bright green leaves.

Searching for Genista fritschii? Discover Suppliers and Request Free Samples Now!

Find Suppliers & Request Samples

Cultivation and Propagation

Genista fritschii is a low-growing, evergreen shrub with a spreading habit. It can be propagated from seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in spring in a well-drained soil mix. Cuttings should be taken in late summer or early autumn and planted in a well-drained soil mix. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil.

Where to Find Genista fritschii

Genista fritschii is native to the Iberian Peninsula.

Genista fritschii FAQ

What is the scientific name of Genista fritschii?

Genista fritschii

What family does Genista fritschii belong to?

Fabaceae

What is the common name of Genista fritschii?

Fritsch's broom

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