Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Species:
sophoroides
ID:
197906

Status:
valid

Authors:
(P.J.Bergius) Baill.

Source:
ildis

Year:
1870

Citation Micro:
Hist. Pl.2: 336 (1870)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000197235



Common Names

  • Hypocalyptus sophoroides
  • Sophora-like Hypocalyptus
  • Sophora-like Tree-mallow


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Synonyms

  • Hypocalyptus obcordatus Thunb. [valid]
  • Spartium sophoroides P.J.Bergius [valid]
  • Crotalaria cordifolia L. [valid]
  • Duvalia oxalidifolia Bonpl. [valid]
  • Genista sophoroides Spach [valid]
  • Hypocalyptus cordifolius (L.) Taub. [valid]

Description

Hypocalyptus sophoroides (also called Sophoroides Hypocalyptus, among many other common names) is a small shrub native to East Asia. It has small, oval-shaped leaves and small white flowers. It typically grows in moist, shady areas, such as forests and stream banks.

Uses & Benefits

Hypocalyptus sophoroides is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks, and is also used in traditional Chinese medicine to treat fever, diarrhea, and dysentery.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Hypocalyptus sophoroides is a small white or yellow flower with five petals. Its seeds are small and black, and its seedlings are small and green with serrated leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Hypocalyptus sophoroides is an evergreen shrub that can be propagated by seed or cuttings. It prefers a sunny location and well-drained soil. It is tolerant of drought and can be grown in a variety of soils. It can be pruned to maintain a desired shape and size.

Where to Find Hypocalyptus sophoroides

Hypocalyptus sophoroides is native to the tropical forests of Southeast Asia. It can be found in the wild in countries such as Thailand, Vietnam, Laos, and Myanmar.

Hypocalyptus sophoroides FAQ

What is the scientific name of Hypocalyptus sophoroides?

Hypocalyptus sophoroides

What is the common name of Hypocalyptus sophoroides?

No common name

What are the characteristics of Hypocalyptus sophoroides?

It is an evergreen shrub with leathery, glossy leaves and small, white flowers

Species in the Fabaceae family

References

Henri Ernest Baillon (1827-1895): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Baill.' in the authors string.
Peter Jonas Bergius (1730-1790): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'P.J.Bergius' in the authors string.