Sophora secundiflora
Texas Mountain Laurel
Description
Large evergreen shrub or small tree grows slowly to 8' x 6'. Dense glossy foliage. Large purple clusters of wisteria like flowers appear in spring and smell like grape bubblebum. Light tan pods follow blooms and contain bright red seeds. Seeds are poisonous but extremely hard. Thornless & drops very little leaf litter. Susc. to caterpillars. Lush looking. Native to Chihuahuan Desert.
Plant Type
Tree, Shrub
Height Range
6-12'
Flower Color
Purple
Flower Season
Spring
Leaf Color
Dark Green
Bark Color
n/a
Fruit Color
Brown, Red
Fruit Season
Summer, Fall
Sun
Full
Water
Medium
Growth Rate
Slow
Soil Type
Sandy, Clay, Loam, Rocky, Unparticular
Soil Condition
Average, Rich, Poor, Well-drained
Soil pH
Neutral, Basic
Adverse Factors
Poisonous
Design Styles
Ranch, Spanish, Tropical
Accenting Features
Fragrance, Multi-trunk Tree, Showy Flowers, Specimen
Seasonal Interest
Spring
Location Uses
Background, Entry, Parking Strip, Patio, Raised Planter, Swimming Pool, With Rocks
Special Uses
Hedge, Screen
Attracts Wildlife
n/a
Water Saving Tip:
Apply a 2" layer of mulch around plants to reduce moisture loss.
Choose organic mulches, such as shredded bark, compost, or aged sawdust.
Inorganic mulches such as gravel are also acceptable.