Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
minor
ID:
214708

Status:
valid

Authors:
Roth

Source:
ildis

Year:
1797

Citation Micro:
Catal. Bot.1: 83 (1797)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000214037



Common Names

  • Ulex minor
  • Lesser Gorse
  • Lesser Furze


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Synonyms

  • Ulex spartioides (Webb) Nyman [valid]
  • Ulex nanus Symons [valid]
  • Ulex autumnalis Thore [valid]
  • Stauracanthus spartioides Webb [valid]
  • Ulex minor lusitanicus (Webb) C.Vicioso [valid]
  • Ulex nanus dissitibracteatus Merino [valid]
  • Ulex nanus acicularis Merino [valid]
  • Ulex nanus confertus Merino [valid]
  • Ulex nanus lusitanicus Webb [valid]
  • Ulex nanus nemoralis Simon [valid]
  • Ulex nanus remotus Cout. [valid]
  • Ulex nanus thorei Lagr.-Foss. [valid]
  • Ulex europaeus lagrezii Rouy [unknown]
  • Ulex europaeus nanus (Symons) Rouy [unknown]
  • Ulex europaeus richteri Rouy [invalid]
  • Ulex europaeus lagrezei Rouy [invalid]
  • Ulex minor nemoralis (Simon) C.Vicioso [unknown]
  • Ulex nanus dissibracteatus Merino [unknown]
  • Ulex europaeus nanus Rouy [invalid]
  • Ulex nanus lusitanicus (Webb) Samp. [unknown]
  • Ulex nanus remotus (Cout.) Samp. [unknown]
  • Ulex nanus thorei (Lagr.-Foss.) Samp. [unknown]

Description

Ulex minor (also called Dwarf gorse, among many other common names) is a shrub of the Fabaceae family. It is native to western Europe and is found in dry grasslands and open areas. It has a branched stem, reaching up to 2 m in height, and pinnate leaves with three leaflets. The flowers are yellow and the fruits are small pods.

Uses & Benefits

Ulex minor is used as an ornamental plant, as a soil stabilizer, and as a source of nectar for bees and other pollinators.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Ulex minor has small, yellow flowers, each with 10-15 stamens. The seeds are small, dark brown, and have a rough, pitted surface. The seedlings are small, with two small, oval-shaped cotyledons and two small, pointed leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Ulex minor is a perennial shrub that can be propagated by seed or cuttings. It is best grown in full sun and well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate poor soils. It can be pruned to shape and can be grown in containers.

Where to Find Ulex minor

Ulex minor can be found in Europe, North Africa, and parts of Asia.

Ulex minor FAQ

What is the scientific name of Ulex minor?

Ulex minor

What is the common name of Ulex minor?

Dwarf Gorse

What is the family of Ulex minor?

Fabaceae

Species in the Fabaceae family