Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
taurica
ID:
209658

Status:
valid

Authors:
Dubovik

Source:
ildis

Year:
1991

Citation Micro:
Novosti Sist. Vyssh. Rast.28: 96 (1991)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000208987



Common Names

  • Tauric Genista
  • Tauric Broom
  • Tauric Gorse


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Synonyms

  • Genista depressa cretacea Krjukova [unknown]

Description

Genista taurica (also called 'Taurian Broom', among many other common names) is a small evergreen shrub native to the Caucasus region. It has small, narrow leaves and yellow flowers. It grows in dry, sunny areas, such as rocky hillsides and open woodlands.

Uses & Benefits

Genista taurica is a small shrub that is often used as an ornamental plant in gardens. It has small white flowers and is drought tolerant. It can also be used as a ground cover or for erosion control.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Genista taurica has bright yellow flowers with four petals. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings are small and green with thin stems.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Genista taurica is a deciduous shrub that can be propagated from seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in spring in a cold frame and will germinate in 1-3 months. Cuttings should be taken in late summer or early autumn and should be rooted in a cold frame. It can be grown in any well-drained soil in full sun or partial shade.

Where to Find Genista taurica

Genista taurica can be found in the mountains of Central Asia, including the Caucasus, the Altai, and the Tian Shan.

Genista taurica FAQ

What is the scientific name of Genista taurica?

Genista taurica

What is the common name of Genista taurica?

Tauric broom

What is the natural habitat of Genista taurica?

Open woodlands and scrubland

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