Genista tinctoria (Dyer's Broom, Greenweed, Whin, Furze)

Genista tinctoria, commonly known as Dyer's Broom, Greenweed, Whin, or Furze, is a deciduous shrub that belongs to the Fabaceae family. It features woody stems with small, bright yellow flowers that bloom in dense clusters during the summer months. The plant is known for its prominent spiny branches and dark green foliage. Genista tinctoria is often cultivated for its dye-making properties, as historically it was used to produce a yellow dye.