Cytisus decumbens - Uses, Benefits & Care
Status:
valid
Authors:
Spach
Source:
ildis
Year:
1845
Citation Micro:
Ann. Sci. Nat., Bot., sér. 3, 3: 156 (1845)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000213699
Common Names
- Decumbent Broom
- Decumbent Gorse
- Decumbent Furze
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesSynonyms
- Genista decumbens (Durande) Willd. [valid]
- Genista pedunculata decumbens (Durande) Gams [valid]
- Spartium decumbens Durande [valid]
- Spartium halleri Lam. [illegitimate]
- Corothamnus decumbens (Durande) K.Koch [valid]
- Corothamnus halleri C.Presl [illegitimate]
- Euteline decumbens (Durande) Raf. [valid]
Description
Cytisus decumbens (also called Trailing Broom, among many other common names) is a perennial shrub native to Europe. It grows in dry grasslands, scrub, and open woodlands. It has small, yellow flowers and grey-green leaves.
Uses & Benefits
Cytisus decumbens is a species of shrub in the pea family. It is used as an ornamental plant, as well as for fodder and forage. It is also used in traditional medicine for treating a variety of ailments.
Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species
Cytisus decumbens sub. pindicola (Bald.) K.I.Chr.Cytisus decumbens sub. decumbens
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Cytisus decumbens has yellow flowers with five petals. The seeds are small, black and round. The seedlings have a single pair of cotyledons and a single pair of true leaves.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Cytisus decumbens is a deciduous shrub that is easy to grow and propagate. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. Propagation is usually done by cuttings or layering in spring or summer. Seeds can also be used but they may not come true to type.
Where to Find Cytisus decumbens
Cytisus decumbens can be found in the Mediterranean region, including Spain, Portugal, Italy, and Greece.
Cytisus decumbens FAQ
What is the scientific name of Cytisus decumbens?
Cytisus decumbens
What is the common name of Cytisus decumbens?
Trailing Broom
What is the family of Cytisus decumbens?
Fabaceae
Species in the Cytisus genus
Cytisus grandiflorus, Cytisus acutangulus, Cytisus filipes, Cytisus orientalis, Cytisus supranubius, Cytisus osyrioides, Cytisus praecox, Cytisus nigricans, Cytisus aeolicus, Cytisus arboreus, Cytisus malacitanus, Cytisus balansae, Cytisus fontanesii, Cytisus striatus, Cytisus villosus, Cytisus agnipilus, Cytisus ardoinoi, Cytisus cantabricus, Cytisus commutatus, Cytisus decumbens, Cytisus emeriflorus, Cytisus multiflorus, Cytisus procumbens, Cytisus scoparius, Cytisus versicolor, Cytisus oromediterraneus, Cytisus cetius, Cytisus purgans, Cytisus maderensis, Cytisus gueneri, Cytisus anatolicus, Cytisus dieckii, Cytisus millenii, Cytisus kerneri, Cytisus prietoi,
Species in the Fabaceae family
References
Édouard Spach (1801-1879): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Spach' in the authors string.
Legume Data Portal link for: Cytisus decumbens (Durande) Spach: Based on the 2022 Legume checklist.