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Genista hispanica

Spanish Broom, Spanish Gorse
Also known as: Cytisus hispanicus (L.) Vuk., 1875 +5 more
  • Cytisus hispanicus (L.) Vuk., 1875
  • Lissera hispanica (L.) Fourr.
  • Listera hispanica (L.) Fourr., 1868
  • Spartium hispanicum (L.) Spreng.
  • Telinaria hispanica (L.) C.Presl
  • Voglera hispanica (L.) Fourr.
Botanical Data
  • Taxonomic Rank: Species
  • Botanical Family: Fabaceae
  • WCVP Morphological Data: Recorded natively as a subshrub or shrub.

Genista hispanica (commonly known as Spanish broom or Spanish Gorse) is a shrub belonging to the Fabaceae family. Found natively in Europe, this species is primarily associated with temperate conditions. There are naturally occurring subspecies of this species, which are linked below.

Macro Climate
Temperate
Plant Type
Shrub

Native Range

Continents (WGSRPD)
EUROPE
Regions (WGSRPD)
Southwestern Europe
Botanical Countries (WGSRPD L3)
France, Spain

Introduced Range

Plants flagged as 'Introduced' have been transported outside their native historical range by human activity. While many are common ornamentals, some may become naturalized or invasive in local environments. Local ecological guidelines require verification prior to planting.
Botanical Countries (Non-Native)
Great Britain
Subspecies, Varieties & Forms

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