Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
polyanthos
ID:
214429

Status:
valid

Authors:
R.Roem. ex Willk.

Source:
ildis

Year:
1852

Citation Micro:
Linnaea25: 20 (1852)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000213758



Common Names

  • Genista polyanthos
  • Polyanthos Broom
  • Many-flowered Broom


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Synonyms

  • Genista lobelii mariana Pau [unknown]
  • Genista lobelii polyantha (R.Roem. ex Willk.) Pau [unknown]

Description

Genista polyanthos (also called Many-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 polyanthos 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.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Genista polyanthos 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 polyanthos 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 polyanthos requires little maintenance and can be pruned to shape.

Where to Find Genista polyanthos

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

Genista polyanthos FAQ

What is the scientific name of Genista polyanthos?

Genista polyanthos

What is the common name of Genista polyanthos?

Many-flowered Broom

What is the natural habitat of Genista polyanthos?

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

Heinrich Moritz Willkomm (1821-1895): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Willk.' in the authors string.
Rudolph Benno von Roemer (1803-1871): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'R.Roem.' in the authors string.