Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
moorcroftiana
ID:
186260

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Benth.) Baker

Source:
ildis

Year:
1878

Citation Micro:
Fl. Brit. India [J. D. Hooker] 2(5): 249. 1878 [Jul 1878]

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000185589



Common Names

  • Sophora moorcroftiana
  • Moorcroft's sophora
  • Moorcroft's kowhai


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Synonyms

  • Astragalus moorcroftiana Benth. [unknown]
  • Sophora moorcroftiana moorcroftiana [unknown]

Description

Sophora moorcroftiana (also called Chinese Scholar Tree, among many other common names) is a deciduous tree native to China and Japan. It grows to a height of 10-20 meters with a trunk diameter of up to 50 cm. It is found in forests, scrub and grasslands.

Uses & Benefits

Sophora moorcroftiana is used as an ornamental plant, for its fragrant flowers, and as a source of medicine.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Sophora moorcroftiana has small yellow flowers with five petals. The seed is a small, black, oval-shaped nut. The seedlings are small, with two leaves and a short stem.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Sophora moorcroftiana is a deciduous tree that is native to China. It is best grown in full sun and well-drained soil. Propagation is done by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in spring or early summer in a cold frame or directly outdoors. Cuttings should be taken in spring or early summer.

Where to Find Sophora moorcroftiana

Sophora moorcroftiana is native to China, Japan, and Korea.

Sophora moorcroftiana FAQ

What is the scientific name of Sophora moorcroftiana?

Sophora moorcroftiana

What is the common name of Sophora moorcroftiana?

Moorcroft's sophora

What is the natural habitat of Sophora moorcroftiana?

Grassy fields, roadsides, and disturbed areas

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

George Bentham (1800-1884): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Benth.' in the authors string.
John Gilbert Baker (1834-1920): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Baker' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:518892-1: Based on the initial data import