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Gorse, scientifically known as Ulex europaeus, is a shrub native to the coastal and upland areas of Western Europe, including Belgium, Corsica, France, Germany, Great Britain, Ireland, Italy, Madeira, Netherlands, Portugal, Spain, and Switzerland. Gorse (Latin: Ulex europaeus) is an edible plant catalogued in PlantSage.
Gorse is generally regarded as safe for culinary use when correctly identified and prepared. Avoid wild specimens from polluted ground and confirm species before harvest.
Gorse is a member native to BGM, COR, FRA, GER, GRB, and IRE. Gorse thrives in light to moist conditions and prefers well-drained soils that are light (sandy), medium, or heavy (clay).
Gorse grows best in USDA zone 5-9, 8/10 light, and dry, moist water. Detailed sowing, propagation, and care notes are on the full profile.
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