Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
micrantha
ID:
214421

Status:
valid

Authors:
Ortega

Source:
ildis

Year:
1798

Citation Micro:
Nov. Rar. Pl. Descr. Dec.: 68 (1798)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000213750



Common Names

  • Genista micrantha
  • Micrantha Broom
  • Small-flowered Broom


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Synonyms

  • Genista broteroi Poir. [unknown]
  • Genista broteri Poir. [valid]
  • Spartium stylosum Spreng. [valid]
  • Corniola tenella (Willk.) K.Koch [valid]
  • Genista odoratissima Pourr. [valid]
  • Genista parviflora Brot. [valid]
  • Genista stylosa (Spreng.) G.Don [valid]
  • Genista tenella Willk. [valid]

Description

Genista micrantha (also called Small-flowered 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 micrantha 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 micrantha 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 micrantha 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 micrantha

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

Genista micrantha FAQ

What is the scientific name of Genista micrantha?

Genista micrantha

What is the common name of Genista micrantha?

Small-flowered Broom

What is the natural habitat of Genista micrantha?

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