Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
zeylanica
ID:
204292

Status:
valid

Authors:
Trimen

Source:
ildis

Year:
1893

Citation Micro:
Handb. Fl. Ceylon2: 96 (1893)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000203621

Common Names

  • Sophora zeylanica
  • Ceylon Sophora
  • Ceylon False Teak

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Synonyms

  • Sophora heptaphylla Arn. [deprecated]

Description

Sophora zeylanica (also called Ceylon Tree, among many other common names) is a species of legume in the Fabaceae family. It is a shrub or small tree that grows up to 8 meters tall. It is native to India and is found in a variety of habitats including dry woodland, grassland, and savanna.

Uses & Benefits

Sophora zeylanica is used as a medicinal plant in traditional medicine and as a source of timber. It is also used as a shade tree in tea plantations and as a fodder tree for livestock.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Sophora zeylanica has small, yellow flowers, and its seeds are small and black. The seedlings are thin and delicate.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Sophora zeylanica is a small, evergreen shrub that can be grown from seed or cuttings. It prefers well-drained soil and full sun. Propagation from cuttings is the most successful method. Cuttings should be taken in late spring or early summer and planted in a moist, well-draining potting mix. Water regularly and keep in a warm, sunny location until established.

Where to Find Sophora zeylanica

Sophora zeylanica is native to India and can be found in the Western Ghats and the Eastern Ghats regions.

Sophora zeylanica FAQ

What is the scientific name of Sophora zeylanica?

Sophora zeylanica

What is the common name of Sophora zeylanica?

Ceylon sophora

Where is Sophora zeylanica native to?

Sri Lanka

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