Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
sanabrensis
ID:
186295

Status:
valid

Authors:
Valdés Berm., Castrov. & Casaseca

Source:
ildis

Year:
1977

Citation Micro:
Trab. Dept. Bot. Univ. Salamanca7: 6 (1977)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000185624



Common Names

  • Genista sanabrensis
  • Sanabria's Broom
  • Sanabria's Genista


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Description

Genista sanabrensis (also called Sanabren Genista, among many other common names) is a deciduous shrub native to Portugal. It grows to a height of 1-2 meters with a trunk diameter of up to 10 cm. It is found in dry, rocky areas and grasslands.

Uses & Benefits

Genista sanabrensis is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a source of firewood.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Genista sanabrensis has small yellow flowers with five petals. The seed is a small, black, oval-shaped nut. The seedlings are small, with two leaves and a short stem.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Genista sanabrensis can be propagated by seed or division. Sow the seeds in a well-drained soil mix in spring or summer. Division can be done in spring or autumn. Plant in a well-drained soil mix in full sun or partial shade.

Where to Find Genista sanabrensis

Genista sanabrensis can be found in the Mediterranean region of Europe, in the Iberian Peninsula.

Genista sanabrensis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Genista sanabrensis?

Genista sanabrensis

What type of plant is Genista sanabrensis?

Genista sanabrensis is a shrub

Where is Genista sanabrensis native to?

Genista sanabrensis 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

Enrique Valdés Bermejo (1945-1999): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Valdés Berm.' in the authors string.
Santiago Castroviejo (1946-2009): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Castrov.' in the authors string.
Bartolomé Casaseca (b.1920): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Casaseca' in the authors string.