Latin name: Genista linifolia L. Pronunciation: jen-IS-ta lie-ni-FO-lee-a Common name: Mediterranean broom Family: Fabaceae (Pea) Habitat: Disturbed areas below 600', Catalina Id., Santa Barbara Co., native to Mediterranean area Blooming period: March to April Name derivations: 1) Genista 2) linifolia |
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