Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
radiata
ID:
214432

Status:
valid

Authors:
(L.) Scop.

Source:
ildis

Year:
1771

Citation Micro:
Fl. Carniol., ed. 2, 2: 51 (1771)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000213761



Common Names

  • Radiant Broom
  • Silver Broom
  • Silver-green Broom


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Synonyms

  • Cytisus radiatus W.D.J.Koch [valid]
  • Cytisanthus radiatus (L.) O.Lang [deprecated]
  • Lugaion radiatum (L.) Raf. [valid]
  • Telinaria radiata C.Presl [valid]
  • Asterocytisus radiatus Schur ex Fuss [valid]
  • Cytisanthus sericopetalus (Buchegger) Holub [valid]
  • Enantiosparton radiatum (L.) K.Koch [valid]
  • Spartium radiatum L. [valid]
  • Cytisanthus radiatus (L.) O.Lang [valid]
  • Genista radiata sericopetalus Buchegger [valid]

Description

Genista radiata (also called Radiate Broom, among many other common names) is a small, evergreen shrub native to the Mediterranean region. It typically grows to a height of 1-2 feet and has small, yellow flowers that bloom in the spring. It prefers sunny, dry habitats and is often found in rocky areas.

Uses & Benefits

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

Where to Find Genista radiata

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

Genista radiata FAQ

What is the scientific name of Genista radiata?

Genista radiata

What is the common name of Genista radiata?

Radiated Broom

What is the natural habitat of Genista radiata?

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

Carl Linnaeus (1707-1778): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'L.' in the authors string.
Giovanni Antonio Scopoli (1723-1788): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Scop.' in the authors string.