Genista germanica
Herb latin name: Genista germanica,Genista germanica Extract
Latin name: Genista germanica
Synonyms: Cytisus dalmaticus, Genista villosa
Family: Leguminosae
Medicinal use of Genista germanica: Formerly cultivated as amedicinal plant. No further details.Habitat of the herb: the herb: Thickets, poor pastures and heaths.
Other uses of Genista germanica: A yellow dye is obtained from the plant.
Propagation of the herb: The seed requires a period of cold stratification and is best sown autumn in a cold frame. Pre-soak stored seed for 24 hours in warm water and sow February in a cold frame. Good germination. When they are large enough to handle, prick the seedlings out into individual pots and plant them out in the summer. Cuttings of half-ripe wood, 5 - 10 cm with a heel, July/August in a frame. Roots are formed in the spring. Cuttings of ripe wood, 5 - 10 cm with a heel, September/October in a frame. Good percentage. Plant out the following autumn.
Cultivation of Genista germanica: Thickets, poor pastures and heaths.
Known hazards of Genista germanica: None known
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