Taxonomy

Division:

Magnoliophyta | - Flowering plants

Family:

Fabaceae

Genus:

Cytisus

Species:

Cytisus scoparius subsp. insularis

Growth Characteristics

Growth Habit:

Shrub

Height:

300 cm

Drought Tolerance:

High

Bloom Months:

apr,may,jun

Bloom Colors:

yellow

Garden & Ecology Notes

Wildlife Value:

bees, beneficial insects

Deer Resistant:

Yes

Salt Tolerant:

Yes

Fragrant:

Yes

Fire Ecology:

Fire adapted — tolerates or benefits from fire

Fire Notes:

Resprouts vigorously from crown and root collar after fire or cutting. Fire stimulates seed germination from soil seed bank, contributing to invasiveness in fire-prone regions.

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Propagation & Germination

Stratification:

None required

Scarification:

Seed coat scarification required before sowing

Germination Time:

14–30 days

Notes:

Seeds have hard seed coat requiring scarification or hot water treatment. Germination improved by soaking in hot water for 24 hours before sowing.

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