Scots Broom (Cytisus scoparius) on Jun 12, 2024
Submitter does not have a specimen
EDRR Status: Local expert notified
Description of specimen
At least two shrubs of Cytisus scoparius found approximately 6 meters apart from one another
Date of Photographs: 05/10/2024
Scots Broom is an invasive that has made a significant impact in our natural areas. the good news is that there are biocontrol agents that have been established and are expected to help diminish the population over time.
Here is a link to the ODA profile for Scotch Broom https://www.oregon.gov/ODA/shared/Documents/Publications/Weeds/ScotchbroomProfile.pdf#:~:text=Biological%20controls%3A%20Three%20biological%20control%20agents%2C%20a%20beetle%2C,production%20and%20can%20shorten%20a%20broom%E2%80%99s%20life%20span.
Beth Thiel
June 27, 2024, 5:04 a.m.