Sophora xanthantha - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
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valid
Authors:
C.Y.Ma
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ildis
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WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000197234
Common Names
- Sophora xanthantha
- Xanthantha Sophora
- Xanthantha Kowhai
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Sophora xanthantha (also called Xanthantha Sophora, among many other common names) is a deciduous tree native to East Asia. It has pinnate leaves and small white flowers. It typically grows in moist, shady areas, such as forests and stream banks.
Uses & Benefits
Sophora xanthantha 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 Sophora xanthantha 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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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Sophora xanthantha 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 Sophora xanthantha
Sophora xanthantha is native to the tropical forests of East Asia. It can be found in the wild in countries such as China, Japan, Korea, and Taiwan.
Sophora xanthantha FAQ
What is the scientific name of Sophora xanthantha?
Sophora xanthantha
What is the common name of Sophora xanthantha?
No common name
What are the characteristics of Sophora xanthantha?
It is an evergreen shrub with leathery, glossy leaves and small, yellow flowers
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
The Plant List v1.1 record ild-43779: Based on the initial data import
Chi Yun Ma (b.1942): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'C.Y.Ma' in the authors string.