Sarothamnus scoparius | Broom | Various
Sarothamnus scoparius belongs to the plant family LEGUMINOSÆ and Genus Sarothamnus This plant specimen prefers Wet soil a pH of 7 . All plants need light to allow the photosynthesis process of converting carbon dioxide to growth sugars to take place. Some plants need more sun-light than others. For this plant those sunlight conditions are well described as … Full sun
We are often asked about plants for humming bird attraction. Unfortunately Sarothamnus scoparius does not attract these beautiful hummingbird, sunbird or nectar feeding varieties of garden birds
Impressive Autumn foliage display is not shown by Sarothamnus scoparius so look for an alternative plant for pleasing Fall leaf properties
Sarothamnus scoparius broom is not known as a butterfly attracting plant
Almost all plants grown in gardens need to be fed using fertilzer in order to see them at their best. For this plant the suggested fertilizer program would be based upon … Typical mix of: 3 parts Nitrogen (N), 2 parts Phosphorous (P) and 3 parts Potassium (K for Latin name Kalium).
Sarothamnus scoparius is used as a traditional herbal remedy. It's used as a cardiac, a diuretic and a gynecologic. Broom should only be used under professional guidance. This plant is not to be taken by pregnant women. This species is legally restricted in some countries. The plant parts used in herbal preparations are the flowers.
"The Encyclopedia of Medicinal Plants", Andrew Chevallier, DK Publishing, New York, 1996.