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Sophora

Sophora

9.9
A type of tree or shrub with many small leaflets and bright pea-like flowers
  • noun
  • /səˈfɔːrə/
  • Specialized
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  • The Sophora tree is admired for its beautiful, bright yellow flowers.

Examples

  • Researchers studied the medicinal properties of plants belonging to the Sophora group.

  • Several species in the Sophora genus are cultivated for ornamental purposes.

  • The Sophora tree blooms beautifully in spring.

  • Many gardeners love the Sophora for its stunning flowers.

  • The Sophora tree is known for its beautiful clusters of yellow flowers that attract many pollinators.

  • Gardeners often choose Sophora species for their hardiness and ornamental value.

  • The Sophora japonica can reach heights of up to 20 meters, making it a prominent feature in landscapes.

Compounds

Sophora japonica
  • Specialized
9.4

A tree from China and Japan with dark green leaves and clusters of fragrant creamy-white flowers

Sophora secundiflora
  • Specialized
9.9

A small evergreen tree with purple flower clusters and bright red poisonous seeds

Sophora sinensis
  • Specialized
9.9

A tree from China and Japan with a rounded top, dark green leaves, and many fragrant creamy-white flowers

Sophora tetraptera
  • Specialized
9.9

A small tree or large shrub from New Zealand and Chile with drooping clusters of yellow tube-shaped flowers

Surface Forms

Sophora singular
Sophoras plural

Etymology

Sophora is the name used for a genus of trees and shrubs and comes from older traditional names for the plant; a helpful way to remember it is to think of a 'family name' for trees with feather-like leaves and showy, pea-like flowers, which is why botanists call this group Sophora.