Cytisus Scoparius (Noun)
Meaning
Deciduous erect spreading broom native to western Europe; widely cultivated for its rich yellow flowers.
Classification
Nouns denoting plants.
Examples
- Cytisus scoparius, or common broom, was often seen lining the country roads due to its popular use as an ornamental plant.
- Western gardens often have cytisus scoparius planted for its flowers in late spring that attract many different birds to their rich yellow hues.
- The deciduous cytisus scoparius creates stark winter contrasts in gardens when the branches are exposed.
- Farmers often clear cytisus scoparius because it can be an indicator of depleted soil and bring in soil replenishing plants.
- Cytisus scoparius blooms almost continuously for a month during the springtime in western Europe, creating a blanket effect of yellow along rolling hills.