Western Gorse grows on the west side of Britain, usually near the coast. It is smaller than the standard Gorse (see comparison picture), but larger than Dwarf Gorse. The calyx and bracteoles at the base of the flower are short, and the spines are only faintly furrowed.

Spines (only weakly furrowed)		Calyx and very short bracteoles

Comparison of Western Gorse (left) with standard Gorse (right)