![]() ![]() Propagation is through seeds, and happens very effectively, making it an invasive weed in many parts of the world. Description Also known as Easter broom, sweet broom (Cytisus x spachianus) is a fast-growing evergreen tree that grows to a height of between 6 and 8 feet. In Malayalam, the name Kallurukki, meaning ‘stone melter’, since the plant is used for treating kidney stones. Sweet broom weed leaves initially taste bitter, but then turns sweet like liquorice. Its larger size makes it easier to reach corners. The leaves are said to have a cooling effect. The sweet lady broom is a good quality broom at an affordable price. An erect annual herb to 50 cm with serrated leaves and small, white flowers from Tropical. They are used in treatment of a variety of illnesses like wounds, ear pain, tooth ache, stomach pain, vomiting, dysentery, jaundice, warts, fever, kidney stones, nausea, dizziness, ulcers, eczema, bruises. Scoparia dulcis (SCROPHULARIACEAE) Sweet Broom, Licorice Weed. Though it is considered an invasive weed, it has many medicinal uses in Ayurveda and herbal medicine. They are seen in warm, tropical weather and good sunlight commonly seen in Africa and India. Common names: Sweet Broom, Easter Broom, Leafy broom. Sweet broom weeds grow well in all kinds of soil, be it nutrient deficient or nutrient rich. Sweet Broom, Scoparia dulcis, is a tropical flowering herb growing up to 1 m tall with square stems and simple leaves. Synonyms: Genista spachiana, Cytisus spachianus, Teline stenopetala, Genista maderensis. The seedpods are initially green, later turning brown as they mature. These flowers then form rounded seedpods having a single seed inside. ![]() Stamens are numerous and style is distinct. Sweet broom weed flowers have green sepals and distinct white petals that are 3-5 mm long. Flower buds are small and rounded, with a long stalk. Small white flowers arise from the axils, the angle between the stem and the leaves. These leaves are arranged opposite to each other, or in whorls around the stem. Plants are very sensitive to excessive water. Forms a dense, mounded spray of foliage that is spectacular in spring when the fragrant yellow flowers appear. They have simple green leaves, about 4-5cms long with a very short petiole, and is toothed around the edges. Sweet Broom (Genista racemosa) Add to My Plants (0) Plant Details Features A rugged plant that is perfect for challenging locations with poor, dry soil. It’s an evergreen annual herb, with a green, branched stem. One of the most common weeds seen in backyards, gardens, roadsides and riversides in Kerala, Sweet broom weed has many medicinal uses. There are also many home remedies such as using soap, blood meal, human hair and so on. Many gardeners use the repellant sprays with varying success, but they must be applied and reapplied according to the instructions in order to be as effective as possible. Common name: Sweet broom weed, Licorice weed, Goatweed, Scoparia weed, Sweet-broom, Kallurukki, Riceweed You can obtain some by calling Burpee at 1-80.
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