Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
hystrix
ID:
214416

Status:
valid

Authors:
Lange

Source:
ildis

Year:
1864

Citation Micro:
Descr. Icon. Pl. Nov.1: 1 (1864)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000213745



Common Names

  • Genista hystrix
  • Hystrix Broom
  • Prickly Broom


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Synonyms

  • Genista hystrix hystrix [unknown]
  • Genista polyanthos hystrix (Lange) Franco [valid]

Description

Genista hystrix (also called Bristly 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 hystrix 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 hystrix has small, yellow flowers with five petals. The seeds are small, black and oval-shaped. The seedlings are small and have thin stems.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Genista hystrix is a hardy, evergreen shrub that is easy to propagate from cuttings. Take cuttings in late spring or early summer, and root them in a pot filled with moist, well-drained soil. Keep the pot in a warm, sunny spot and water regularly. The cuttings should root within a few weeks. Once they have rooted, transplant them into their permanent spot in the garden.

Where to Find Genista hystrix

Genista hystrix is native to the Mediterranean region and can be found in parts of Europe, North Africa, and the Middle East.

Genista hystrix FAQ

What is the scientific name of Genista hystrix?

Genista hystrix

What is the common name of Genista hystrix?

Prickly Broom

What is the natural habitat of Genista hystrix?

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

References