Sophora secundiflora
TEXAS MOUNTAIN LAUREL
Fabaceae-Faboideae

 
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Plant type: evergreen tree or shrub

Hardiness zones: 8-11

Sunlight: hot overhead sun

Soil Moisture: dry for extended periods to constantly moist

Soil: ordinary soil, enriched soil, acidic to alkaline

Tolerances: heavy frost
4m
Plant habit
 
3m

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Origins: USA, Mexico

Other Botanical Names: Agastianis secundiflora, Broussonetia secundiflora, Calia erythrosperma, C. secundiflora, Cladrastis secundiflora, Dermatophyllum speciosum, Sophora sempervirens, S. speciosa, Virgilia secundiflora

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Sophora secundiflora
TEXAS MOUNTAIN LAUREL
Fabaceae-Faboideae

 

  Plant type: evergreen tree or shrub

Hardiness zones: 8-11

Sunlight: hot overhead sun

Soil Moisture: dry for extended periods to constantly moist

Soil: ordinary soil, enriched soil, acidic to alkaline

Tolerances: heavy frost
4m
Plant habit
 
3m

FEATURES

Flowers: moderately fragrant flowers in purple

Flowering Time: early spring, late winter

Ornamental Fruit: red seeds


DESIGN

Garden Styles: suits tropical, mediterranean, oriental & coastal designs

Uses: informal screen, street tree, shade tree

Growth rate: slow

Maintenance Level: average

Skill Level: average

Animals: bee attracting , deer resistant






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