Status:
valid
Authors:
Mattapha, Suddee & Rueangr.
Source:
WCVP Fabaceae
Year:
2018
Citation Micro:
Thai Forest Bull., Bot.46: 4 (2018)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001444136
Description
Sophora huamotensis (also called Huamot Sophora, among many other common names) is an evergreen shrub native to China and Japan. It has leathery, dark green leaves and small, white flowers. It grows in moist, well-drained soils in full sun to partial shade.
Uses & Benefits
Sophora huamotensis is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a hedge plant. It is also used medicinally to treat various ailments such as fever, colds, and stomach problems.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Sophora huamotensis has white flowers with five petals. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings have a single pair of leaves.
Cultivation and Propagation
Sophora huamotensis is a fast-growing, evergreen shrub that can be propagated from cuttings. It is best grown in a sunny location with well-drained soil. It can tolerate some shade but will not flower as profusely. It can be pruned to maintain a desired size and shape. It can be propagated from cuttings taken in late spring or early summer.
Where to Find Sophora huamotensis
Sophora huamotensis can be found in Mexico.
Sophora huamotensis FAQ
What is the scientific name of Sophora huamotensis?
Sophora huamotensis
What is the family of Sophora huamotensis?
Fabaceae
What is the common name of Sophora huamotensis?
Sophora
Species in the Sophora genus
Sophora albo-petiolulata,
Sophora nuttalliana,
Sophora saxicola,
Sophora microphylla,
Sophora stenophylla,
Sophora leachiana,
Sophora macnabiana,
Sophora tetraptera,
Sophora mollis,
Sophora flavescens,
Sophora chrysophylla,
Sophora linearifolia,
Sophora franchetiana,
Sophora moorcroftiana,
Sophora koreensis,
Sophora tonkinensis,
Sophora exigua,
Sophora pachycarpa,
Sophora prostrata,
Sophora fraseri,
Sophora howinsula,
Sophora longipes,
Sophora gibbosa,
Sophora lehmannii,
Sophora longicarinata,
Sophora denudata,
Sophora toromiro,
Sophora dunii,
Sophora microcarpa,
Sophora yunnanensis,
Sophora albescens,
Sophora xanthantha,
Sophora benthamii,
Sophora brachygyna,
Sophora dunnii,
Sophora bakeri,
Sophora interrupta,
Sophora violacea,
Sophora wightii,
Sophora zeylanica,
Sophora songarica,
Sophora davidii,
Sophora inhambanensis,
Sophora tomentosa,
Sophora velutina,
Sophora alopecuroides,
Sophora oblongata,
Sophora godleyi,
Sophora fulvida,
Sophora rapaensis,
Species in the Fabaceae family
References
Sawai Mattapha: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Mattapha' in the authors string.
Sukid Rueangruea: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Rueangr.' in the authors string.