Genista tyrrhena - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Status:
valid
Authors:
Vals.
Source:
ksufab
Year:
1986
Citation Micro:
Boll. Soc. Sarda Sci. Nat.25: 145 (1986)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000696661
Common Names
- Tyrrhena Genista
- Tyrrhenian Genista
- Tyrrhenian Broom
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Genista tyrrhena (also called Tyrrhenian 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 tyrrhena is an ornamental plant used in gardens and parks. It has attractive yellow flowers and is often used as a ground cover. It is also used as a medicinal plant to treat various ailments.
Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species
Genista tyrrhena sub. pontiana Brullo & De MarcoGenista tyrrhena sub. tyrrhena
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Genista tyrrhena 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.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Genista tyrrhena 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 tyrrhena
Genista tyrrhena is native to the Mediterranean region.
Genista tyrrhena FAQ
What is the scientific name of Genista tyrrhena?
Genista tyrrhena
What is the common name of Genista tyrrhena?
Tyrrhenian Green Broom
What is the natural habitat of Genista tyrrhena?
It is native to the Mediterranean region, from Spain to Turkey
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
Franca Valsecchi (b.1931): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Vals.' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:957852-1: Based on the initial data import
Legume Data Portal link for: Genista tyrrhena Vals.: Based on the 2022 Legume checklist.