Overview
Styphnolobium japonicum 'Violacea' is a bushy trees in the genus Styphnolobium, part of the Fabaceae family, with deciduous foliage. Styphnolobium japonicum 'Violacea' grows best in full sun, and tolerates loam soils and neutral pH. Its UK hardiness is rated H5. Suggested uses include coastal, low maintenance and hedging and screens.
About
Styphnolobium japonicum, the Japanese pagoda tree is a species of deciduous tree in the subfamily Faboideae of the pea family Fabaceae.
About the genus
Styphnolobium is a genus of flowering plants in the pea family, Fabaceae. It includes nine species of small trees and shrubs native to China and to the Americas, from the southern United States to Colombia. It belongs to subfamily Faboideae, and was formerly included within a broader interpretation of the genus Sophora.
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Growing conditions
Best soil and position for Styphnolobium
- Sunlight
- Full sun
- Soil type
- Loam
- Soil pH
- Neutral
- Soil moisture
- Well-drained
- Aspect
- South-facing
- Exposure
- Sheltered
- UK hardiness
- H5
Plant details
Styphnolobium japonicum 'Violacea' size, habit and characteristics
- Plant type
- Trees
- Habit
- Bushy
- Foliage
- Deciduous
- Suggested uses
- Coastal, Low Maintenance, Hedging and screens
Care notes
Pruning and caring for Styphnolobium japonicum 'Violacea'
- Propagation
- Seed when ripe, grafting in late winter
- Pest resistance
- Generally pest-free
- Disease resistance
- Generally disease-free
Frequently asked questions
Where is the best place to plant Styphnolobium japonicum 'Violacea'?
Styphnolobium japonicum 'Violacea' prefers full sun. It suits sheltered positions.
What soil does Styphnolobium japonicum 'Violacea' need?
Styphnolobium japonicum 'Violacea' grows best in loam soil. It prefers neutral soil. Aim for soil that stays well-drained.
Is Styphnolobium japonicum 'Violacea' hardy in the UK?
Styphnolobium japonicum 'Violacea' has an RHS hardiness rating of H5, meaning it is hardy in most of the UK, tolerating -15 to -10°C.
How do I propagate Styphnolobium japonicum 'Violacea'?
Seed when ripe, grafting in late winter.
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