Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Species:
caramanicus
ID:
214600

Status:
valid

Authors:
Boiss. & Heldr.

Source:
ildis

Year:
1849

Citation Micro:
P.E.Boissier, Diagn. Pl. Orient.9: 7 (1849)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000213929



Common Names

  • Caramanian Podocytisus
  • Podocytisus Caramanicus
  • Caramanian Podocytisus


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Synonyms

  • Laburnum caramanicum (Boiss. & Heldr.) Benth. & Hook.f. [valid]
  • Cytisus caramanicus Nyman [valid]
  • Podocytisus americanus G.Nicholson [invalid]

Description

Podocytisus caramanicus (also called Caramanian Broom, among many other common names) is a perennial shrub native to Europe and Asia. It grows in dry grasslands, stony slopes, and roadsides. It has small yellow flowers and smooth stems and leaves.

Uses & Benefits

Podocytisus caramanicus is used as a fuelwood and is also used in traditional medicine.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Podocytisus caramanicus has small, yellow flowers with a long spur and a hairy calyx. The seeds are small, black and shiny, and the seedlings are hairy and have a single pair of leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Podocytisus caramanicus can be propagated by seed or division. Seeds should be sown in spring or autumn in a well-drained soil and kept moist until germination. Division should be done in early spring or autumn. The plant should be divided into small clumps and replanted in a well-drained soil.

Where to Find Podocytisus caramanicus

Podocytisus caramanicus is native to eastern Europe and western Asia. It is found in dry, sandy habitats, such as steppes and deserts.

Podocytisus caramanicus FAQ

What are the common uses of Podocytisus caramanicus?

Podocytisus caramanicus is commonly used as a medicinal plant and forage crop.

What is the growth habit of Podocytisus caramanicus?

Podocytisus caramanicus is an annual or biennial herb that grows up to 1 meter in height.

What is the native range of Podocytisus caramanicus?

Podocytisus caramanicus is native to the Caucasus region of Eurasia.

Species in the Podocytisus genus

Species in the Fabaceae family

References

Edmond Boissier (1810-1885): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Boiss.' in the authors string.
Theodor von Heldreich (1822-1902): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Heldr.' in the authors string.