Genista quadriflora - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Status:
valid
Authors:
Munby
Source:
ildis
Year:
1855
Citation Micro:
Bull. Soc. Bot. France2: 283 (1855)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000213357
Common Names
- Four-flowered Caper Spurge
- Four-flowered Broom
- Four-flowered Genista
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- Genista moleroi Talavera & P.E.Gibbs [valid]
Description
Genista quadriflora (also called Genista, among many other common names) is a shrub or small tree, native to the Mediterranean region. It has a dense, rounded crown and grows up to 4 meters tall. It is found in dry forests and scrublands, as well as in disturbed areas.
Uses & Benefits
Genista quadriflora is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used in landscaping and as a hedge plant. The plant is also used in traditional medicine to treat various ailments.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Genista quadriflora has yellow flowers, small, dark brown seeds, and small, light green seedlings.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Genista quadriflora is a small, deciduous shrub that grows up to 1m in height. It is native to the Mediterranean region and is hardy in USDA zones 8 to 10. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. Propagation is done by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in spring in a well-drained seedling mix. Cuttings should be taken in spring or summer and rooted in a well-drained rooting mix.
Where to Find Genista quadriflora
Genista quadriflora is native to the Mediterranean region and can be found in dry, rocky areas.
Genista quadriflora FAQ
What is the scientific name of Genista quadriflora?
Genista quadriflora
What type of plant is Genista quadriflora?
It is a shrub
Where is Genista quadriflora native to?
It is native to the Mediterranean region
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
Giles Munby (1813-1876): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Munby' in the authors string.
Legume Data Portal link for: Genista quadriflora Munby: Based on the 2022 Legume checklist.