Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
norpalentina
ID:
697215

Status:
valid

Authors:
J.M.Aparicio, Pérez Dacosta, Uribe-Ech. & Urrutia

Source:
ksufab

Year:
1993

Citation Micro:
Estud. Mus. Cienc. Nat. Álava7: 109 (1992 publ. 1993)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000696548



Common Names

  • Norpalentina Broom
  • Genista norpalentina
  • Norpalentina Broom


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Description

Genista norpalentina (also called Norpalentine Broom, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the family Fabaceae. It is a low-growing shrub with bright yellow flowers, native to the Mediterranean region. It typically grows in dry, rocky habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Genista norpalentina is a popular ornamental shrub, often used in gardens and parks. It has small white flowers that bloom in the spring and summer months. It is also used as a ground cover, and can be used to control erosion on slopes.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flowers of Genista norpalentina are yellow and pea-like, with four petals and a long, curved style. The seeds are small, dark brown, and oval in shape. The seedlings are slender and upright, with bright green leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Genista norpalentina is a low-growing, evergreen shrub that is native to the Mediterranean region. It is easy to grow and propagate from cuttings taken in late spring or early summer. The cuttings should be placed in a moist, well-drained soil and kept in a warm, sunny location. Once established, it is drought tolerant and requires little maintenance. It can be pruned to keep it in shape.

Where to Find Genista norpalentina

Genista norpalentina can be found in the Pyrenees and the Cantabrian Mountains of Spain.

Genista norpalentina FAQ

What is the common name of Genista norpalentina?

Norwegian Broom

What is the scientific name of Norwegian Broom?

Genista norpalentina

What is the natural habitat of Genista norpalentina?

Tropical forests of Norway

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

Pedro María Uribe-Echebarria Díaz (1953-2013): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Uribe-Ech.' in the authors string.
J.M. Aparicio: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'J.M.Aparicio' in the authors string.
Pello Urrutia (b.1958): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Urrutia' in the authors string.
José María Pérez Dacosta: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Pérez Dacosta' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:973515-1: Based on the initial data import