Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
pilosa
ID:
214428

Status:
valid

Authors:
L.

Source:
ildis

Year:
1753

Citation Micro:
Sp. Pl.: 710 (1753)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000213757



Common Names

  • Genista pilosa
  • Pilose Broom
  • Hairy Broom


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Synonyms

  • Genista repens Lam. [illegitimate]
  • Genistoides tuberculata Moench [illegitimate]
  • Spartium pilosum Roth [valid]
  • Telinaria pilosa C.Presl [valid]
  • Chamaesparton pilosum (L.) Fourr. [valid]
  • Cytisus pilosus Vuk. [illegitimate]
  • Genista pilosa jordanii Rouy [invalid]

Description

Genista pilosa (also called Hairy 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 pilosa is a species of flowering plant in the family Fabaceae. It is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks, and is also used for erosion control and as a source of nectar for bees.

Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species

Genista pilosa sub. cebennensis Coulot, Rabaute & J.Molina
Genista pilosa sub. pilosa

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Genista pilosa 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 pilosa is a shrub that can be propagated from cuttings or by seed. Cuttings should be taken in late summer or early autumn and planted in a well-drained soil. Seeds should be sown in the spring in a cold frame or in a pot filled with a well-drained soil. Once established, Genista pilosa requires little maintenance and can be pruned to shape.

Where to Find Genista pilosa

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

Genista pilosa FAQ

What is the scientific name of Genista pilosa?

Genista pilosa

What is the common name of Genista pilosa?

Hairy Broom

What is the natural habitat of Genista pilosa?

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

References