1 Overview
Broom is a shrub from the legume family, commonly found in Europe. It has striking yellow flowers and is often used for soil stabilization. However, Broom is toxic to tortoises as it contains alkaloids that can cause poisoning. It should never be considered as food for tortoises.
2 Profile
- Scientific Name: Cytisus scoparius
- Family: Fabaceae (Legumes)
- Plant Type: Shrub
- Height: Up to 2 meters
- Toxic Parts: All parts, especially leaves and seeds
- Toxins: Alkaloids (Cytisine)
2.1 Feeding Note
Broom should never be fed to tortoises due to its toxicity.