Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
ramosissima
ID:
214029

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Desf.) Poir.

Source:
ildis

Year:
1812

Citation Micro:
J.B.A.M.de Lamarck, Encycl., Suppl. 2: 715 (1812)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000213358



Common Names

  • Broom Caper Spurge
  • Ramose Caper Spurge
  • Caper Spurge


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Synonyms

  • Genista cinerea ramosissima (Desf.) Quezel & Santa [invalid]
  • Spartium ramosissimum Desf. [valid]
  • Spartium osyris Pourr. ex Willk. & Lange [valid]
  • Genistella polymorpha Pourr. ex Colmeiro [valid]
  • Genistella ramosissima Pourr. ex Colmeiro [valid]

Description

Genista ramosissima (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 ramosissima 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 ramosissima has yellow flowers, small, dark brown seeds, and small, light green seedlings.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Genista ramosissima 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 ramosissima

Genista ramosissima is native to the Mediterranean region and can be found in dry, rocky areas.

Genista ramosissima FAQ

What is the scientific name of Genista ramosissima?

Genista ramosissima

What type of plant is Genista ramosissima?

It is a shrub

Where is Genista ramosissima 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

Jean Louis Marie Poiret (1755-1834): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Poir.' in the authors string.
René Louiche Desfontaines (1750-1833): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Desf.' in the authors string.