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GORSE Ulex europaeus (Fabaceae) Height to 2m
Evergreen shrub with straight, grooved spines, 15-25mm long. Found on heaths and grassy places, mainly on acid soils. FLOWERS are 2cm long, bright yellow and coconut-scented with 4-5mm-long basal bracts (Jan-Dec, but mainly Feb-May). FRUITS are hairy pods. LEAVES are trifoliate when young. STATUS-Widespread and common throughout.
Evergreen shrub with straight, grooved spines, 15-25mm long. Found on heaths and grassy places, mainly on acid soils. FLOWERS are 2cm long, bright yellow and coconut-scented with 4-5mm-long basal bracts (Jan-Dec, but mainly Feb-May). FRUITS are hairy pods. LEAVES are trifoliate when young. STATUS-Widespread and common throughout.
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