Argyrocytisus battandieri (Pineapple Broom)

Argyrocytisus battandieri (Pineapple Broom) yellow flower clusters on woody stems with green silken leaves.

Botanical names: Argyrocytisus battandieri, Cytisus battandieri

Common name: Pineapple Broom

Family: Fabaceae

Subfamily: Faboideae

Origin: Morocco

USDA Plant Hardiness Map

USDA Zone: 8-9?

USDA Plant Hardiness MapLarge shrub 5-10 ft tallFull sunModerate waterYellow, orange flowersPlant attracts butterflies, hummingbirdsDeciduous plantSubtropical plant. Mature plant cold hardy at least to 30s F for a short time

It is best grown with some shelter from cold winds and in full sun, and makes an excellent wall shrub, where its silky grey-green foliage, delicate and laburnum-like, looks effective against brickwork and can reach 18ft. The golden pea-shaped flowers are gathered in large upright cones, and have a strong scent of pineapples.

Similar plants: Argyrocytisus battandieri (Pineapple Broom)


Argyrocytisus battandieri (Pineapple Broom) yellow flower cluster on a green leafy branch close up
Argyrocytisus battandieri (Pineapple Broom) yellow flower close up capturing delicate curved petals in detail.
Argyrocytisus battandieri (Pineapple Broom) green plant leaves close up showing fine silvery hair texture


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