Sophora microphylla, commonly known as kōwhai, weeping kōwhai, and small-leaved kōwhai, is a species of tree in the family Fabaceae. It reaches 25 metres (80 feet) in height, with a trunk up to 90 cm (35 in) in diameter. It is endemic to New Zealand; its range mainly covers the South Island, but is also present in the North Island. S. microphylla is found in various habitats. The species is known for its vibrant, yellow, drooping flowers and weeping branches.
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Is it poisonous?
We have no record of Small-leaved kowhai being toxic, poisonous or venomous. That is not proof that it is safe. Never eat, touch or handle a wild plant, mushroom or animal on the strength of an identification; ask someone qualified.
Easily confused with
- Sophora godleyi
- Sophora longicarinata
- Sophora chathamica
- Sophora cassioides
- Sophora molloyi
- Sophora tetraptera
Classification
- Kingdom
- Plantae
- Phylum
- Tracheophyta
- Class
- Magnoliopsida
- Order
- Fabales
- Family
- Fabaceae
- Genus
- Sophora
- Species
- Sophora microphylla
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