Status:
valid
Authors:
Vals.
Source:
ksufab
Year:
1993
Citation Micro:
Webbia48: 796 (1993)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000696577
Common Names
- Pichisermolliana Broom
- Pichisermolliana Genista
- Pichisermolliana Spiny Broom
Description
Genista pichisermolliana (also called Broom, among many other common names) is a shrub native to the Mediterranean region, growing in dry and rocky habitats. It has small, oval-shaped leaves and yellow flowers.
Uses & Benefits
Genista pichisermolliana is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used as a medicinal plant to treat skin diseases and as a dye.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Genista pichisermolliana has yellow flowers that bloom in the spring. The seeds are small and dark brown in color. The seedlings are small and have a single stem with small, narrow leaves.
Cultivation and Propagation
Genista pichisermolliana 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 pichisermolliana
Genista pichisermolliana can be found in the Mediterranean region, from Portugal to Turkey.
Genista pichisermolliana FAQ
What is the scientific name of Genista pichisermolliana?
Genista pichisermolliana
What is the family of Genista pichisermolliana?
Fabaceae
What is the common name of Genista pichisermolliana?
Pichis Ermoll's Broom
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