Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Malvales
Genus:
Species:
lanuginosa
ID:
458275

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Lam.) Brecher

Source:
cmp

Year:
1935

Citation Micro:
Estud. Veg. Fl. Forest. Malaga : 235 (1935)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000457607



Common Names

  • Lanuginosa Thymelaea
  • Lanuginosal Thymelaea
  • Lanuginosal Thymelea


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Synonyms

  • Thymelaea canescens Endl. [unknown]
  • Passerina kalifolia Pourr. ex Willk. & Lange [unknown]
  • Passerina lanuginosa Pau [unknown]
  • Passerina canescens Schousb. [unknown]
  • Chlamydanthus canescens C.A.Mey. [unknown]
  • Daphne canescens Wikstr. [unknown]
  • Daphne lanuginosa Lam. [unknown]
  • Stellera lanuginosa Kuntze [unknown]
  • Passerina canescens Schousb. ex Willd. [unknown]

Description

Thymelaea lanuginosa (also called 'Woolly Broom', among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the family Thymelaeaceae. It is native to the Mediterranean region and typically grows in rocky and sandy habitats. It has a woody stem and its leaves are lanceolate and toothed. Its flowers are white and tubular.

Uses & Benefits

Thymelaea lanuginosa is used in traditional medicine as an antiseptic, anti-inflammatory, and astringent. It is also used as a dye and for tanning leather.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Thymelaea lanuginosa has small, white flowers with yellow centers and small, black seeds. The seedlings are small and have a single, thin stem with small, green leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Thymelaea lanuginosa is a shrub that can be propagated from seed or cuttings. It prefers well-drained, sandy soils and full sun. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate temperatures down to -10°C. Pruning is recommended to maintain a compact shape.

Where to Find Thymelaea lanuginosa

Thymelaea lanuginosa is native to the Mediterranean region.

Thymelaea lanuginosa FAQ

What is the scientific name of Thymelaea lanuginosa?

Thymelaea lanuginosa

What is the family of Thymelaea lanuginosa?

Thymelaeaceae

Where is Thymelaea lanuginosa found?

Turkey

Species in the Thymelaeaceae family

Aetoxylon sympetalum, Amyxa pluricornis, Aquilaria apiculata, Aquilaria baillonii, Aquilaria banaense, Aquilaria beccariana, Aquilaria brachyantha, Aquilaria citrinicarpa, Aquilaria crassna, Aquilaria cumingiana, Aquilaria decemcostata, Aquilaria filaria, Aquilaria hirta, Aquilaria khasiana, Aquilaria microcarpa, Aquilaria parvifolia, Aquilaria rostrata, Aquilaria rugosa, Aquilaria sinensis, Aquilaria subintegra, Aquilaria urdanetensis, Aquilaria yunnanensis, Aquilaria malaccensis, Aquilaria banaensis, Arnhemia cryptantha, Atemnosiphon coriaceus, Craterosiphon beniensis, Craterosiphon devredii, Craterosiphon louisii, Craterosiphon micranthum, Craterosiphon montanus, Craterosiphon pseudoscandens, Craterosiphon quarrei, Craterosiphon scandens, Craterosiphon schmitzii, Craterosiphon soyauxii, Craterosiphon beniense, Dais cotinifolia, Dais glaucescens, Daphne wolongensis, Daphne hekouensis, Daphne acutiloba, Daphne alpina, Daphne altaica, Daphne arbuscula, Daphne arisanensis, Daphne aurantiaca, Daphne axillaris, Daphne bholua, Daphne blagayana,

References

The Plant List v1.1 record kew-2518408: Based on the initial data import
Jean-Baptiste de Lamarck (1744-1829): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Lam.' in the authors string.
G. Brecher: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Brecher' in the authors string.