Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
sphaerocarpa
ID:
214073

Status:
valid

Authors:
(L.) Boiss.

Source:
ildis

Year:
1840

Citation Micro:
Voy. Bot. Espagne2: 144 (1840)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000213402



Common Names

  • Globe-fruited Retama
  • Globe-fruited Broom
  • Retama


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Synonyms

  • Lygos sphaerocarpa (L.) Heywood [deprecated]
  • Retama lutea Raf. [valid]
  • Retama atlantica Pomel [valid]
  • Spartium grandiflorum Salisb. [illegitimate]
  • Boelia sphaerocarpa (L.) Webb [valid]
  • Genista sphaerocarpa (L.) Lam. [valid]
  • Spartium sphaerocarpum L. [valid]
  • Lygos sphaerocarpa (L.) Heywood [valid]
  • Retama sphaerocarpa atlantica (Pomel) Batt. [valid]
  • Retama sphaerocarpa atlantica (Pomel) Maire [valid]
  • Boelia sphaerocarpa mesogaea Webb [unknown]
  • Retama sphaerocarpa mesogaea (Webb) Willk. [unknown]

Description

Retama sphaerocarpa (also called Round-fruited Retama, among many other common names) is a shrub or small tree, native to the Mediterranean region and the Middle East. It typically grows to 2–4 m tall, with a dense, spreading crown. It is found in dry, sunny habitats, such as rocky hillsides, open woodlands, and scrubland.

Uses & Benefits

Retama sphaerocarpa 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

Retama sphaerocarpa 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

Retama sphaerocarpa 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 Retama sphaerocarpa

Retama sphaerocarpa can be found in the Mediterranean region.

Retama sphaerocarpa FAQ

What is the scientific name of Retama sphaerocarpa?

Retama sphaerocarpa

What is the common name of Retama sphaerocarpa?

Round-Fruited Broom

Where is Retama sphaerocarpa native to?

Southern Europe and North Africa

Species in the Fabaceae family

References

Edmond Boissier (1810-1885): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Boiss.' in the authors string.
Carl Linnaeus (1707-1778): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'L.' in the authors string.