Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
stenopetala
ID:
186331

Status:
valid

Authors:
Webb & Berthel.

Source:
ildis

Year:
1836

Citation Micro:
Hist. Nat. Iles Canaries3(2; 2): t. 45 (1836)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000185660



Common Names

  • Genista stenopetala
  • Narrow-petalled Broom
  • Narrow-petalled Gorse


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Synonyms

  • Teline stenopetala (Webb & Berthel.) Webb & Berthel. [valid]
  • Teline stenopetalus Webb & Berthel. [unknown]
  • Telinaria stenopetala (Webb & Berthel.) C.Presl [valid]
  • Genista formosa Carrière [valid]
  • Cytisus racemosus hort. [unknown]
  • Cytisus stenopetalus Christ [valid]
  • Genista everestiana Everest ex J.J.Blandy [valid]
  • Genista racemosa (Marnock) Anon. [valid]
  • Cytisus stenopetalus palmensis Pit. [valid]
  • Cytisus stenopetalus gomerae Pit. [unknown]
  • Genista racemosa elegans B.S.Williams [unknown]
  • Genista racemosa superba B.S.Williams [unknown]
  • Genista racemosa B.S.Williams [unknown]
  • Cytisus everestianus (Everest ex J.J.Blandy) W.Bull [unknown]

Description

Genista stenopetala (also called Broom, among many other common names) is a small shrub with bright yellow flowers and small, narrow leaves. It is native to the Mediterranean region and is found in dry, rocky habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Genista stenopetala is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used for erosion control and as a source of nectar for bees and other pollinators.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Genista stenopetala has small, bright yellow flowers that appear in late spring. The seeds are small, dark brown and have a hard, shiny coating. The seedlings are small and have thin, wiry stems.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Genista stenopetala is a small shrub that can be propagated from seed or cuttings. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate some shade. Prune after flowering to maintain a neat shape.

Where to Find Genista stenopetala

Genista stenopetala can be found in the Mediterranean region.

Genista stenopetala FAQ

What is the scientific name of Genista stenopetala?

Genista stenopetala

What is the common name of Genista stenopetala?

Narrow-petaled Broom

What is the natural habitat of Genista stenopetala?

Genista stenopetala is native to the Mediterranean region, including parts of Spain, Italy, and Greece.

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

Philip Barker Webb (1793-1854): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Webb' in the authors string.
Sabin Berthelot (1794-1880): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Berthel.' in the authors string.