Genista tinctoria
Plant Details
General Information
Scientific name:
Genista tinctoria
Also known as:
Dyer’s Greenweed
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Plant Properties
Layer:
Shrub
Format:
Smal
Height:
0.60 m
Width:
1.00 m
Growth Rate:
Fast
Leaf:
Deciduous
Growth conditions
USDA Hardiness:
4-7
Soil Moisture:
Permeable, Moist
Permeable, Moist
Soil:
Sand (light) Loam (medium)
Sand (light) Loam (medium)
pH:
Acid Neutral Basic
Acid Neutral Basic
Light:
Sun
Sun
Usage properties
Edible part:
Leaves, Condiment, Coffee
Leaves, Condiment, Coffee
Edibility:
Medicinal:
Features:
Nitrogen, Dye, Fibers, Bee plant, Ground cover
Nitrogen, Dye, Fibers, Bee plant, Ground cover
Description
Seed: The seed is considered a possible substitute for coffee. Flower buds: These can be pickled and serve as an alternative to capers. Additionally, the flower buds are also used as a vegetable.
Harvest Data
Start Harvest:
01/07
End of Harvest:
30/09
Guilds
Guild Information
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Guild Details
| Guild | Description |
|---|---|
|
Achillea millefolium Yarrow, Boreal yarrow, California yarrow, Giant yarrow, Coast yarrow, Western yarrow, Pacific yarrow |
Helps repel pests and attracts beneficial insects that assist in pollination. |
|
Satureja montana Winter Savory |
Enhances soil quality and flavors the surrounding plants. |
|
Corylus avellana Hazel |
Provides shade and protection, while its nuts can be harvested for consumption. |
|
Fagopyrum esculentum Buckwheat |
Improves soil structure and health by providing organic matter through leaf drop. |
|
Hippophae rhamnoides Sea Buckthorn |
Adds nitrogen to the soil and offers edible berries that attract wildlife. |