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Wildflowers of Europe

Ulex europaeus

Family : LEGUMINOSAE/FABACEAE (Pea Family)
Common Name (UK) : Gorse
Common Name (DE) : Stechginster
Common Name (FR) : Grand Ajonc, Ajonc d'Europe
Habitat : Common on field edges, roadside banks, etc.
Remarks : It is found from Denmark to Italy, the Canaries and Azores, and in every part of Great Britain, though it is rarer in the north.
First appearing : October
Abundance :

  • Photo Date :October 5, 2011
  • Location :Campo de Geres, Portugal.
    N41° 46.061' W8° 10.932'
  • Photo Date :October 5, 2011
  • Location :Campo de Geres, Portugal.
    N41° 46.061' W8° 10.932'