Styphnolobium japonicum (Sophora japonica) 'Princeton Upright'

Common Name

Scholar-tree (white)

Scientific Name

Styphnolobium japonicum (Sophora japonica)

Cultivar

'Princeton Upright'

Hardiness Zone

5a [-15 to -20]

Tolerances

Drought

Tolerant

Tolerant

Poor Drainage

Moderate

Moderate

Alkaline Soil

Tolerant

Tolerant

Salt

Moderate

Moderate

Shade

Intolerant

Intolerant

Air Pollution

Tolerant

Tolerant

Soil Volume

25

Planting Area

  • Medium
  • Large

Features of Interest

  • Flower

    Flower

  • Fruit

    Fruit

Form

round

Round

Mature Height

40 feet

Crown Spread

50 feet

Limitations

  • Weak wood and/or branch structure
  • Litter/sanitation nuisance

Additional Information

Adaptable and tolerant once established after transplanting. Twig dieback in harsh winters. Summer flowers. More upright.