Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
januensis
ID:
214417

Status:
valid

Authors:
Viv.

Source:
ildis

Year:
1802

Citation Micro:
Elench. Pl. Dinegro: 19 (1802)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000213746



Common Names

  • Genista januensis
  • Januensis Broom
  • Janu Broom


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Synonyms

  • Genista triangularis Willd. [valid]
  • Genista lydia spathulata (Spach) Hayek [unknown]
  • Genista scariosa Viv. [illegitimate]
  • Corniola scariosa (Viv.) C.Presl [valid]
  • Corniola triangularis (Willd.) C.Presl [valid]
  • Cytisus scariosus Vuk. [valid]
  • Genista genuensis Pers. [valid]
  • Genista spathulata Spach [valid]
  • Genista triquetra Willd. [illegitimate]
  • Genista triquetra Waldst. & Kit. [illegitimate]
  • Cytisus triangularis Vis. [valid]
  • Genista tinctoria scariosa (Viv.) Pignatti [valid]
  • Genista januensis macedonica Micevski [valid]
  • Genista tetragona Friv. ex Griseb. [invalid]

Description

Genista januensis (also called Janu 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 januensis 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 januensis 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 januensis can be propagated by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a light, well-draining soil mix in spring or early summer. Cuttings should be taken from semi-ripe wood in late summer or early autumn and rooted in a light, well-draining soil mix. The plant prefers full sun and well-drained soil.

Where to Find Genista januensis

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

Genista januensis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Genista januensis?

Genista januensis

What is the common name of Genista januensis?

Janu's Broom

What is the natural habitat of Genista januensis?

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