Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
gibbosa
ID:
189776

Status:
valid

Authors:
(DC.) Yakovlev

Source:
ildis

Year:
1964

Citation Micro:
Trudy Leningradsk. Khim.-Farm. Inst.17: 64 (1964)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000189105



Common Names

  • Gibbous Sophora
  • Gibbous-pod Sophora
  • Gibbous-podded Sophora


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Synonyms

  • Ammothamnus gibbosus (DC.) Boiss. [valid]
  • Astragalus gibbosus DC. [valid]

Description

Sophora gibbosa (also called Hairy Sophora, among many other common names) is an annual herbaceous plant native to tropical regions of the world. It typically grows in moist, well-drained soils and is known for its bright yellow flowers and its ability to fix nitrogen in the soil.

Uses & Benefits

Sophora gibbosa is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks, and is also used in traditional medicine for its anti-inflammatory and analgesic properties.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Sophora gibbosa has small, white flowers with yellow centers. The seeds are small, black, and round. The seedlings are small and have a single, thin stem.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Sophora gibbosa can be propagated by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in the spring in a sunny location with well-drained soil. Cuttings should be taken in the spring or summer and planted in a well-drained potting mix.

Where to Find Sophora gibbosa

Sophora gibbosa is native to tropical and subtropical regions of Africa, Asia, and the Americas.

Sophora gibbosa FAQ

What is the scientific name of Sophora gibbosa?

Sophora gibbosa

What type of plant is Sophora gibbosa?

It is a legume.

Where is Sophora gibbosa found?

It is found in tropical and subtropical regions.

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

Augustin Pyramus de Candolle (1778-1841): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'DC.' in the authors string.
Gennady Yakovlev (b.1938): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Yakovlev' in the authors string.