Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
michelii
ID:
215321

Status:
valid

Authors:
Spach

Source:
ildis

Year:
1844

Citation Micro:
Ann. Sci. Nat., Bot., sér. 3, 2: 259 (1844)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000214650



Common Names

  • Genista michelii
  • Michel's Broom
  • Michel's Genista


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Synonyms

  • Telinaria aprutia C.Presl [valid]
  • Genista aprutia C.Presl [valid]
  • Genista dalmatica Ten. [illegitimate]

Description

Genista michelii (also called Michel's Genista, among many other common names) is a deciduous shrub native to the Mediterranean region. It has an upright habit and grows up to 1 m tall. It has yellow flowers that bloom in the spring and small, round, yellow-green fruits. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil, and is often found in grasslands and open woodlands.

Uses & Benefits

Genista michelii is used as an ornamental plant for its bright yellow flowers. It is also used in traditional medicine for its anti-inflammatory and antiseptic properties.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Genista michelii has small, yellow flowers that bloom in the spring. The seeds are small and dark brown, and the seedlings have a single pair of oval-shaped leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Genista michelii 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 some shade. It can be pruned to shape in late winter or early spring.

Where to Find Genista michelii

Genista michelii can be found in the Mediterranean region.

Genista michelii FAQ

What is the scientific name of Genista michelii?

Genista michelii

What is the growth habit of Genista michelii?

It is a shrub that typically grows to a height of 0.3–1 m (1 ft 0 in–3 ft 3 in).

What is the natural habitat of Genista michelii?

It is native to the Mediterranean region, from Portugal east to Turkey and Syria.

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