Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
silana
ID:
697301

Status:
valid

Authors:
Brullo, Gangale & Spamp.

Source:
ksufab

Year:
2002

Citation Micro:
Inform. Bot. Ital.33: 494 (2001 publ. 2002)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000696634



Common Names

  • Silana Broom
  • Silana Genista
  • Silana Spiny Broom


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Synonyms

  • Genista anglica silana (Brullo, Gangale & Spamp.) Peruzzi & Bernardo [valid]

Description

Genista silana (also called Sila Broom, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the Fabaceae family. It is native to the Mediterranean region and is found in dry, rocky habitats. It is a shrub that grows up to 1.5 meters in height and has yellow flowers.

Uses & Benefits

Genista silana is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It has a high tolerance for drought and can be used in dry areas. It is also used to attract butterflies and bees.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Genista silana has yellow flowers that bloom in the spring. The seeds are small and dark brown in color. The seedlings are small and have a single stem with small, narrow leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Genista silana is a small shrub that can be grown in full sun or partial shade. It is best grown in well-drained soil and requires little maintenance. Propagation is by seed or cuttings.

Where to Find Genista silana

Genista silana can be found in the Iberian Peninsula.

Genista silana FAQ

What is the scientific name of Genista silana?

Genista silana

What type of plant is Genista silana?

Genista silana is a shrub or small tree.

Where does Genista silana grow?

Genista silana is native to the Canary Islands.

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

Salvatore Brullo (b.1947): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Brullo' in the authors string.
Giovanni Spampinato (b.1958): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Spamp.' in the authors string.
Carmen Gangale: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Gangale' in the authors string.