What is the common name for Cytisus scoparius?
Cytisus scoparius (Common Broom, English Broom, Portuguese Broom, Scotch Broom, Scottish Broom, Striated Broom) | North Carolina Extension Gardener Plant Toolbox. Broom (Cytisus scoparius) There are many horticultural cultivars, but native Broom produces attractive pea-like yellow flowers from spring through the summer, providing a boon for a range of pollinating insects. All parts of the plant are poisonous to humans, however!
Is Cytisus scoparius invasive?
Though this plant is native to Europe, it has spread to many other parts of the world with human introduction. Scotch broom is now common in certain areas of North America and South America, and is considered an invasive species. You can remove broom! Replacing broom with native species gives our native ecosystems a fighting chance. When left to grow, this invasive species changes the chemistry of the soil around it so that other plants can’t grow there. It spreads and grows quickly, creating dense monocultures.Overview. Scotch broom is a plant. The flower and the parts that grow above the ground are used as medicine. Despite serious safety concerns, Scotch broom is used for heart problems including fluid retention (edema), poor circulation, low blood pressure, fast heartbeat, and irregular heartbeat.Plant Family Fabaceae Habitat Introduced from Europe, scotch broom has become an invasive shrub of the East and West coastal areas, becoming very invasive in northern California into British Columbia. Animals Affected Horses, cattle and sheep. Human poisoning has been reported.
What wildlife does Cytisus scoparius attract?
The abundant nectar in its bright yellow flowers attracts bees, butterflies, and other pollinators, contributing to the overall biodiversity of the ecosystem. The dense growth of Broom also offers shelter for small mammals and birds, making it a beneficial addition to natural habitats. There are many horticultural cultivars, but native Broom produces attractive pea-like yellow flowers from spring through the summer, providing a boon for a range of pollinating insects. All parts of the plant are poisonous to humans, however!