Scotch broom
plant
Also known as: Cytisus scoparius, English broom
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Scotch broom, scientifically known as Cytisus scoparius, is a deciduous shrub native to western Europe and western Asia. It is widely cultivated for its vibrant yellow flowers and is also used for erosion control in warmer climates. This plant, belonging to the pea family (Fabaceae), typically has leaves with three leaflets. While some species are grown as ornamentals, Scotch broom has also naturalized in North America. The fruit of broom plants is a flat pod, and some species scatter their seeds when ripe.12
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