Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
scoparius
ID:
214382

Status:
valid

Authors:
(L.) Link

Source:
ildis

Year:
1822

Citation Micro:
Enum. Hort. Berol. Alt.2: 241 (1822)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000213711



Common Names

  • Scotch Broom
  • Scotch Gorse
  • Scotch Furze


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Synonyms

  • Sarothamnus scoparius scoparius [unknown]
  • Spartium scoparium L. [valid]
  • Sarothamnus vulgaris Wimm. [illegitimate]
  • Sarothamnus scoparius (L.) Wimm. ex W.D.J.Koch [valid]
  • Corema scoparium (L.) Bercht. & J.Presl [unknown]
  • Cytisogenista scoparia (L.) Rothm. [valid]
  • Genista scoparia (L.) Lam. [valid]
  • Genista vulgaris Gray [illegitimate]
  • Genista scoparia vulgaris Rouy [invalid]
  • Sarothamnus vulgaris scoparius (L.) Timb.-Lagr. [invalid]

Description

Cytisus scoparius (also called Common Broom, among many other common names) is a shrub that can reach up to 2 m in height. It is native to the Mediterranean region and is found in sunny, dry habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Cytisus scoparius is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used as a hedge plant and for erosion control.

Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species

Cytisus scoparius sub. scoparius
Cytisus scoparius sub. maritimus (Rouy) Heywood
Cytisus scoparius sub. insularis (S.Ortiz & Pulgar) Auvray
Cytisus scoparius sub. reverchonii (Degen & Hervier) Rivas Goday & Rivas Mart.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Cytisus scoparius has yellow flowers with five petals. The seeds are small, black and round. The seedlings have a single pair of cotyledons and a single pair of true leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Cytisus scoparius is a hardy, evergreen shrub that is easy to grow and propagate. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. Propagation is usually done by cuttings or layering in spring or summer. Seeds can also be used but they may not come true to type.

Where to Find Cytisus scoparius

Cytisus scoparius can be found in the Mediterranean region, including Spain, Portugal, Italy, and Greece.

Cytisus scoparius FAQ

What is the scientific name of Cytisus scoparius?

Cytisus scoparius

What is the common name of Cytisus scoparius?

Scotch Broom

What is the natural habitat of Cytisus scoparius?

Dry grasslands, rocky slopes and scrubland

Species in the Fabaceae family

References

Johann Heinrich Friedrich Link (1767-1851): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Link' in the authors string.
Carl Linnaeus (1707-1778): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'L.' in the authors string.