Cytisus nigricans
About
Cytisus nigricans, the black broom, is a species of flowering plant in the subfamily Faboideae of the family Fabaceae. Growing 3–5 ft (0.91–1.52 m) tall, it is a slender deciduous shrub with erect branches. Masses of brilliant yellow, slightly fragrant pea-like flowers appear in long racemes on the current year's growth in summer and early autumn.
- Family
- Fabaceae
How to use it
Black broom can be used as an ornamental plant in gardens due to its striking yellow flowers and slender growth habit. It attracts pollinators, making it beneficial for biodiversity in your garden. Consider planting it in sunny areas to enjoy its vibrant blooms during the summer and early autumn. [1, 2, 4]
Sources: Grangery, en.wikipedia.org
Gardening tip
When planting black broom, make sure to place it in a sunny spot to help it thrive and produce its beautiful yellow flowers. This plant prefers well-drained soil, so avoid areas where water tends to collect. [1, 2, 4]
Sources: Grangery, en.wikipedia.org
In the kitchen
Black broom is not eaten by humans. While it produces beautiful flowers, it's important to remember that this plant is not suitable for culinary use. Always choose safe and edible plants for your meals!
Sources: en.wikipedia.org
Ecology
How it lives
- Propagated by
- Seed
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- Name
- Cytisus nigricans
- Slug
- cytisus-nigricans
- Kingdom
- Plantae
- Family
- Fabaceae
- Genus
- Cytisus
- Species
- nigricans
- Wikidata QID
- Q163372
- Propagule type
- seed
- Container suitable
- No
- Indoor suitable
- No
- OSSI pledged
- No
- Hazard level
- 1
- Data completeness
- 43
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