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Scotch Broom

Cytisus scoparius

Taxonomy

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

About

Cytisus scoparius, the common broom or Scotch broom, syn. Sarothamnus scoparius, is a perennial leguminous shrub native to western and central Europe. In Britain and Ireland, the standard name is broom, but this name is also used for other members of the Genisteae tribe, such as French broom or Spanish broom, and the term common broom is sometimes used for clarification. In other English-speaking countries, the most prevalent common name is Scotch broom (or Scot's broom);...

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of Scotch Broom?
The scientific name of Scotch Broom is Cytisus scoparius.
What kingdom does Scotch Broom belong to?
Scotch Broom belongs to the kingdom Plantae.
What phylum does Scotch Broom belong to?
Scotch Broom belongs to the phylum Tracheophyta.
What class does Scotch Broom belong to?
Scotch Broom belongs to the class Magnoliopsida.
What order does Scotch Broom belong to?
Scotch Broom belongs to the order Fabales.
What family does Scotch Broom belong to?
Scotch Broom belongs to the family Fabaceae.
What genus does Scotch Broom belong to?
Scotch Broom belongs to the genus Cytisus.