Broom

Species (Family)
Sarothamnus scpariun (L.) Koch. (Leguminosae/Papilionaceae)


Synonyms(s)
Cytisus scoparius (L.) Link, Hogweed, Scoparius, Spartium Scoparium L.


Part(s) Used
Flowerhead

Food Use
Broom is listed by the Council of Europe as a natural source of ffod flavouring (category N3). This category indicates that broom can be added to foodstuffs in the traditionally accepted manner, although there is insfficient information available for an adequate assessment of potential toxicity.


Herbal User
Broom is stated to possess cardioactive, diuretic, peripheral vasoconstrictor and antihaemorrhagic properies. It has been used for cardiac drosy, myocardial weakness, tachycardia, profuse menstruation and specifically for funcrional palpitation with lowered blood pressure. Broom is also reported to possess emetic and cathartic properties.


Dosage
Dried tops 1-2 g as decoction.

Liquid extract 1-2 mL (1:1 in 25% alcohol).
Tinture 0.5-2.0mL (1:5 in 45% alcohol).

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