Status:
valid
Authors:
Boiss.
Source:
ildis
Year:
1838
Citation Micro:
Elench. Pl. Nov.: 30 (1838)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000213739
Common Names
- Genista haensleri
- Haensler's Broom
- Haensler Broom
Synonyms
- Cytisus haensleri Ball [valid]
Description
Genista haensleri (also called Haensler's Broom, among many other common names) is an evergreen shrub native to the Mediterranean region. It grows to a height of up to 2 meters and has small, oval leaves and yellow flowers. It is found in dry, rocky habitats.
Uses & Benefits
Genista haensleri is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used as a hedge plant and for erosion control.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Genista haensleri has small, yellow flowers with five petals. The seeds are small, black and oval-shaped. The seedlings are small and have thin stems.
Cultivation and Propagation
Genista haensleri is a shrub that can be propagated from seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in the spring and kept moist until germination. Cuttings should be taken in the spring and kept moist until rooted.
Where to Find Genista haensleri
Genista haensleri is native to the Mediterranean region and can be found in parts of Europe, North Africa, and the Middle East.
Genista haensleri FAQ
What is the scientific name of Genista haensleri?
Genista haensleri
What is the common name of Genista haensleri?
Haensler's Broom
What is the natural habitat of Genista haensleri?
Dry grasslands, rocky slopes and scrubland
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