Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
subsericans
ID:
697316

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Bornm.) Rech.f.

Source:
ksufab

Year:
1938

Citation Micro:
Repert. Spec. Nov. Regni Veg. Beih.100: 124 (1938)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000696649



Common Names

  • Subsericans Genista
  • Subsericeous Genista
  • Subsericeous Broom


Searching for Genista subsericans? Discover Suppliers and Request Free Samples Now!

Find Suppliers & Request Samples

Synonyms

  • Genista fasselata subsericans Bornm. [unknown]

Description

Genista subsericans (also called Subsericeous 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 subsericans 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 subsericans has small yellow flowers that appear in spring. The seeds are small, dark brown and oval-shaped. The seedlings are small and have thin, light green leaves.

Searching for Genista subsericans? Discover Suppliers and Request Free Samples Now!

Find Suppliers & Request Samples

Cultivation and Propagation

Genista subsericans is a small deciduous 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 subsericans

Genista subsericans can be found in the Mediterranean region.

Genista subsericans FAQ

What is the scientific name of Genista subsericans?

Genista subsericans

What type of plant is Genista subsericans?

Genista subsericans is a shrub or small tree.

Where does Genista subsericans grow?

Genista subsericans 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

Karl Heinz Rechinger (1906-1998): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Rech.f.' in the authors string.
Joseph Friedrich Nicolaus Bornmüller (1862-1948): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Bornm.' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:496383-1: Based on the initial data import