Prostrate Kōwhai (Sophora Prostrata) is a perennial shrub in the Fabaceae family with easy care difficulty. It requires low to medium watering and full sun or partial shade light in USDA hardiness zones 8-10. This plant is toxic to cats and dogs — keep it out of reach of pets.

Sophora prostrata is a low-growing, divaricating shrub native to New Zealand, notable for its zigzagging branches and bright yellow flowers.

Prostrate Kōwhai

Prostrate Kōwhai

Sophora Prostrata

Sophora prostrata is a low-growing, divaricating shrub native to New Zealand, notable for its zigzagging branches and bright yellow flowers.

Quick Facts

Type
shrub
Lifecycle
perennial
Care Difficulty
Easy
Water Needs
low to medium
Light
Full Sun, Partial Shade
Hardiness Zones
8-10

Safety

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Not Pet Safe
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Not Child Safe
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Toxic

Growing Conditions

Soil Types:loamy, sandy, rocky
Indoor:No
Outdoor:Yes
Garden Use:groundcover, nitrogen fixer, ornamental shrub

Care Calendar

Monthly care tasks for Prostrate Kōwhai

Jan
Prune
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Fertilize
Mar
Repot
Apr
Water+
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Expert Care Tips

Pro tips from botanists and plant experts

Watering Tip

Check soil moisture by inserting your finger 1 inch deep. Water only when the top layer feels dry to prevent overwatering.

Humidity Trick

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Prostrate Kōwhai
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Taxonomy

Family:Fabaceae
Genus:Sophora