Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
alpinum
ID:
214470

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Mill.) Bercht. & J.Presl

Source:
ildis

Year:
1830

Citation Micro:
Prir. Rostlin Aneb. Rostl.3: 99 (1830)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000213799

Common Names

  • Alpine Laburnum
  • Alpine Golden Chain
  • Alpine Golden Rain

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Synonyms

  • Cytisus alpinus Mill. [valid]
  • Laburnum biflorum G.Nicholson [invalid]
  • Spartium alpinum Host ex Steud. [invalid]
  • Cytisus angustifolius Moench [valid]
  • Cytisus alpinus pendulus Loudon [valid]
  • Cytisus alpinus pilosus Wettst. [valid]
  • Cytisus laburnum alpinus (Mill.) Bonnier & Layens [valid]
  • Laburnum alpinum autumnale (Bean) Rehder [valid]
  • Laburnum alpinum pendulum (Loudon) Zabel [valid]
  • Laburnum alpinum autumnale Bean [valid]
  • Laburnum alpinum pendulum (Loudon) G.Kirchn. [valid]
  • Laburnum alpinum pilosum (Wettst.) Koehne [valid]
  • Genista alpina (Mill.) Scheele [unknown]

Description

Laburnum alpinum (also called Alpine Laburnum, among many other common names) is a small, deciduous tree native to the Alps. It typically grows to a height of 15-20 feet and has small, yellow flowers that bloom in the spring. It prefers sunny, moist habitats and is often found in woodlands.

Uses & Benefits

Laburnum alpinum is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks, and is also used as a medicinal plant.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Laburnum alpinum has yellow flowers with a sweet scent. The seed is a small, dark brown, oval-shaped seed. The seedlings are thin and have small, oval-shaped leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Laburnum alpinum can be propagated by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a light, well-draining soil mix in spring or early summer. Cuttings should be taken from semi-ripe wood in late summer or early autumn and rooted in a light, well-draining soil mix. The plant prefers full sun and well-drained soil.

Where to Find Laburnum alpinum

Laburnum alpinum is native to Europe. It can be found in dry, sunny areas, such as meadows and grasslands.

Laburnum alpinum FAQ

What is the scientific name of Laburnum alpinum?

Laburnum alpinum

What type of plant is Laburnum alpinum?

Tree

What is the common name of Laburnum alpinum?

Alpine Laburnum

Species in the Fabaceae family

References

Jan Svatopluk Presl (1791-1849): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'J.Presl' in the authors string.
Philip Miller (1691-1771): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Mill.' in the authors string.
Friedrich von Berchtold (1781-1876): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Bercht.' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:501425-1: Based on the initial data import