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Colin Mills, compiler of the Hortus Camdenensis, died in late November 2012 after a short illness. As he always considered the Hortus his legacy, it is his family's intention to keep the site running in perpetuity. It will not, however, be updated in the near future.

Genista canariensis L. var. rhodopnoa

For information on the species see Genista canariensis L.  I have found no specific description of rhodopnoa and am unsure if it is worthy of status as a variety or should be considered as a synonym.  Cytisus rhodopnoa (Webb & Berthel.) Schouw, the name published in 1847, is given as a synonym of Teline canariensis (L.) Webb & Berthel. by D.J. Mabberley [Taxon, 33(3) p.439/1984].  In this paper Mabberley gives ‘rhodaphne’ as an alternative to ‘rhodopnoa’.

Horticultural & Botanical History

Johnson’s Dictionary lists Cytisus rhodophena, growing to 60cm with yellow flowers.  Origin or date of introduction not given.  This is possibly a spelling error with Cytisus rhodopnoa intended.

History at Camden Park

Listed only in 1857 catalogue [T.368/1857].

Notes

Published Jan 16, 2010 - 05:11 PM | Last updated Jan 16, 2010 - 05:17 PM

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Family Fabaceae
Category
Region of origin

Spain and the Canary Islands
Synonyms
  • Cytisus rhodopnoa (Webb & Berthel.) Schouw
  • Cytisus rhododaphne [Macarthur]
Common Name

Canary broom
Name in the Camden Park Record

Cytisus Rhododaphne 
Confidence level high