Scotch broom

Family: Fabaceae
Scientific name: Cytisus scoparius
Description: Plant Form: Erect multi-stemmed shrub. Size: Up to 4 m tall. Stem: Numerous with pronounced ridges, sometimes woody. Leaves: Small opposite narrow leaves or absent. Flowers: Yellow pea-like, 2 cm long, singular or in pairs, can appear dense. Fruit and Seeds: Brown to black pea-like pods up to 7 cm long. Containing 5-22 yellowish brown to olive seeds. Habitat: Typically areas over 500 mm of rain. Many suitable habitats. River banks, forest margins and roadside areas. Distinguishing Features: Stem ridges and small or absent leaves help distinguish from other brooms. Weed Status: Priority Weed Weed Type: Environmental, Agricultural, Invasive Garden Escapee Lifeform: Shrubby

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