Texas-mountain-laurel
Sophora secundiflora
Last reviewed: August 2026
Texas-mountain-laurel (Sophora secundiflora) is a perennial shrub native to NM, TX. It blooms in March and April. The flowers draw bees and butterflies. It reads as an intentional, HOA-friendly planting in the right spot.
Toxicity unknown
Texas-mountain-laurel (Sophora secundiflora) is not listed by the ASPCA Animal Poison Control Center (opens in new tab) or the other sources we check, so we have no verdict for it either way. Absence from those lists is not a clearance. If your pet shows symptoms after eating any plant, call the ASPCA at (888) 426-4435.
The USDA PLANTS Database (opens in new tab) does not flag Texas-mountain-laurel as toxic to livestock.
Light
full sun
Water
low
Size
120"–360" H × 120"–240" W
Bloom
Mar, Apr
Native to
NM, TX
Pollinators
bees, butterflies
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A stunning evergreen shrub with silvery compound leaves and drooping clusters of fragrant purple flowers in spring. The grape Kool-Aid scented blooms are followed by fuzzy seed pods, creating year-round visual interest in xeriscaped landscapes.
Growing Texas-mountain-laurel
Grow Texas-mountain-laurel in full sun and low water. Mature plants reach 120 to 360 inches tall and spread 120 to 240 inches wide. Expect low maintenance to keep it looking intentional in a front yard.
In an HOA neighborhood
Texas-mountain-laurel is an HOA-friendly choice. Maintenance level: low. Tidiness: 4 out of 5.
Works well in: front yard, foundation, street edge, mid zone.
- Large mature size may overwhelm smaller spaces
- Slow growth means patience required for full effect
Wildlife value
Spring flowers attract bees and butterflies with their intense fragrance and nectar. The dense evergreen foliage provides shelter for birds throughout the year.
Common questions
- How much sun does Texas-mountain-laurel need?
- Texas-mountain-laurel grows best in full sun conditions.
- When does Texas-mountain-laurel bloom?
- Texas-mountain-laurel blooms in March and April.
- Where is Texas-mountain-laurel native?
- Texas-mountain-laurel (Sophora secundiflora) is native to NM, TX, per the World Checklist of Vascular Plants (Kew).
- Is Texas-mountain-laurel toxic to livestock?
- The USDA PLANTS Database does not flag Texas-mountain-laurel as toxic to livestock.
- What pollinators does Texas-mountain-laurel attract?
- Texas-mountain-laurel draws bees and butterflies.
- Is Texas-mountain-laurel HOA-friendly?
- Texas-mountain-laurel is generally an HOA-friendly choice in the right placement, with low maintenance.
Native range data from the World Checklist of Vascular Plants (Kew). Pollinator and host plant associations compiled from GBIF, iNaturalist, and published ecological literature.
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