🌿Native Nature

gorse

Ulex europaeus

Taxonomy

Kingdom: Plantae ›Phylum: Tracheophyta ›Class: Magnoliopsida ›Order: Fabales ›Family: Fabaceae ›Genus: Ulex

About

Ulex europaeus (gorse, common gorse, furze or whin) is a species of flowering plant in the family Fabaceae, native to portions of Europe from the northern United Kingdom south to Portugal, and from the western Republic of Ireland east to Galicja in Poland and Ukraine.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of gorse?
The scientific name of gorse is Ulex europaeus.
What is the conservation status of gorse?
The gorse has a conservation status of Least Concern.
What kingdom does gorse belong to?
gorse belongs to the kingdom Plantae.
What phylum does gorse belong to?
gorse belongs to the phylum Tracheophyta.
What class does gorse belong to?
gorse belongs to the class Magnoliopsida.
What order does gorse belong to?
gorse belongs to the order Fabales.
What family does gorse belong to?
gorse belongs to the family Fabaceae.
What genus does gorse belong to?
gorse belongs to the genus Ulex.