Cytisus scoparius is toxic to horses. The reported severity is moderate. Also known as Scotch Broom and Prostrate Broom.
If your animal ate this plant, call your veterinarian, the ASPCA Animal Poison Control on (888) 426-4435 or the Pet Poison Helpline on (855) 764-7661. Fees may apply.
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Cytisus scoparius, the common broom or Scotch broom, is a deciduous leguminous shrub native to western and central Europe. In Great Britain and Ireland, the standard name is broom; this name is also used for other members of the Genisteae tribe, such as French broom or Spanish broom; and the term common broom is sometimes used for clarification. In other English-speaking countries, the most common name is "Scotch broom" ; however, it is known as English broom in Australia.
Also recorded as Broom, Broomtops, Common Broom, English Broom, European Broom and Green Broom.
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Countries with the most wild observations, from GBIF data.