Family Name: Leguminosea
Botanical Name(s): Sarothamnus scoparius
Popular Name(s): Scotch Broom, Irish Broom, Broomtops, Besom
Parts Used: Flowering tops and seed
Habitat: Broom is native to British Isles and Europe. It is
found in North America, South Africa and Asia.
Description: Broom is a perennial, leguminous shrub with a 5 cm
thick stem and grows to a height of 1-3 m (rarely up to 4 m). It bears
green shoots with small deciduous trifoliate leaves which are 5-15 mm in
length. It flowers are golden yellow in colour.
Uses: Broom is cardioactive diuretic, hypertensive, peripheral
vasoconstrictor and astringent in properties. Broom is a remedy where
there is a weak heart and low blood pressure.
