Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
ulicina
ID:
214058

Status:
valid

Authors:
Spach

Source:
ildis

Year:
1844

Citation Micro:
Ann. Sci. Nat., Bot., sér. 3, 2: 268 (1844)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000213387



Common Names

  • Gorse Broom
  • Gorse Caper Spurge
  • Caper Spurge


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Synonyms

  • Genista ulicina humilis Pomel [valid]

Description

Genista ulicina (also called 'Gorse', among many other common names) is a perennial shrub native to the Mediterranean region. It typically grows to a height of 1-2m and has small, yellow flowers. It is found in dry, rocky habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Genista ulicina is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used in landscaping and as a hedge plant. The plant is also used in traditional medicine to treat various ailments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Genista ulicina has small yellow flowers that grow in clusters. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings have a single stem with three leaflets.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Genista ulicina is a deciduous shrub that can be propagated from seed or cuttings. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It can be propagated from cuttings taken in the spring or summer. Seeds should be sown in the spring and kept moist until germination occurs.

Where to Find Genista ulicina

Genista ulicina can be found in Europe and North Africa.

Genista ulicina FAQ

What is the scientific name of Genista ulicina?

Genista ulicina

What type of plant is Genista ulicina?

It is a shrub

Where is Genista ulicina native to?

It is native to the Mediterranean region

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