Land Plants - invasive

Scots Broom (Cytisus scoparius) on Jun 5, 2022

Originally reported as Gorse (Ulex europaeus)

Submitter does not have a specimen

Description of specimen

There are multiple small populations and one large area of gorse on the hillside.

Commentary

This is not gorse. It is either Scotch broom or French broom. Scotch broom has 5 ridges on stems while French broom stems have 8 or 10 ridges. French broom seed pods are hairy all over while Scotch broom seed pods only have hairs near the base or along the edge. Thank you for your report.

Wyatt Williams
April 8, 2024, 5:35 a.m.

Remedy

Information on broom control from King County, WA

Resources

Want to join forces with your community to fight invasives? There are lots of people involved in this effort already! The links below can connect you with opportunities:
Western Invasives Network
Association of Conservation Districts
SOLV
The Nature Conservancy of Oregon

Location

Otter Crest loop east side north of Cape Foulweather State Park. Pictures attached are of the small areas.

Expert Reviewer

Wyatt Williams, Ph.D.
Wyatt Williams, Ph.D.

Invasive Species Specialist

Oregon Department of Forestry

Private Forests Division

2600 State St. Bldg. D

Salem, OR 97310-0340



Office: 503-945-7472

wyatt.williams@oregon.gov

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