Calicotome spinosa
About
Calicotome spinosa, the thorny broom or spiny broom, is a very spiny, densely branched shrub of the family Fabaceae which can reach up to three metres in height. It grows in the Western Mediterranean region on sunny slopes and dry, rocky ground. It is found in Spain, France, Italy, Croatia, Morocco, Tunisia, Libya, Algeria and Turkey, and it has been introduced to New Zealand. From March to June it produces bright yellow flowers which are borne singly or in small clusters. The seed-pods are 30mm long and are almost hairless, unlike those of the similar species Calicotome villosa.
- Family
- Fabaceae
How to use it
The thorny broom is primarily used for ornamental purposes due to its striking yellow flowers and dense, spiny structure. It can also help prevent soil erosion in rocky areas, making it a valuable addition to certain landscapes.
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Gardening tip
If you're planting thorny broom, make sure to choose a sunny spot with dry, rocky soil. This plant thrives in those conditions and can reach impressive heights!
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In the kitchen
The thorny broom is not eaten by humans, so it's best to admire its beauty from a distance rather than trying to cook with it.
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Ecology
How it lives
- Propagated by
- Seed
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- Name
- Calicotome spinosa
- Slug
- calicotome-spinosa
- Kingdom
- Plantae
- Family
- Fabaceae
- Genus
- Calicotome
- Species
- spinosa
- Wikidata QID
- Q1550456
- Propagule type
- seed
- Container suitable
- No
- Indoor suitable
- No
- OSSI pledged
- No
- Hazard level
- 1
- Data completeness
- 43
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