Taxonomy

Division:

Magnoliophyta | - Flowering plants

Family:

Fabaceae

Genus:

Sophora

Species:

Sophora microphylla

Growth Characteristics

Height:

20-40 ft

Light Requirements:

Full Sun

Drought Tolerance:

Medium

Bloom Months:

mar, apr, may, jun, jul, aug

Bloom Colors:

yellow

Host Plant for Caterpillars

Soil Requirements

Soil Type:

well-drained, sandy or gravelly soil

pH:

5.5 - 7.0 (slightly acidic to neutral)

Drainage:

excellent drainage required

Moisture:

dry to moderate

Notes:

native to New Zealand's open forests and scrublands