Quick answer: Yellow necklacepod (Sophora tomentosa) is native to 1 state. What's commonly sold under this name is the true wild species. No live listing of the true species was found as of 15 Sep 2026.
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Where it's native
Listed in the directory as native to these states. Click a state for its full native-plant guide.
Growing conditions
From the Lady Bird Johnson Wildflower Center Native Plant Database.
| Sun | Part shade |
|---|---|
| Water | Low |
| Soil | Sandy, tolerates saline conditions |
| Bloom | Mar-Oct |
| Height | Up to 6 ft |
| Wildlife value | Nectar for bees/butterflies/moths/insects |
Buying it
No live listing of the true wild species was found as of 15 Sep 2026 — that means our last search didn't surface one, not that the plant is unavailable.
No live seed or plant listing found as of 15 Sep 2026. That means our last search didn't surface one — not that the plant is unavailable. Try a regional native-plant nursery.
Quick answers about Yellow necklacepod
Where is Yellow necklacepod native?
Yellow necklacepod (Sophora tomentosa) is native to Texas. Check your state's page in this directory for the full list of plants native where you live.
When does Yellow necklacepod bloom?
Yellow necklacepod blooms Mar-Oct. Exact timing shifts a few weeks with latitude and elevation.
What growing conditions does Yellow necklacepod need?
Light: Part shade. Water: Low. Soil: Sandy, tolerates saline conditions. Mature height: Up to 6 ft.
Is Yellow necklacepod good for pollinators and wildlife?
Yes. Wildlife value: Nectar for bees/butterflies/moths/insects.
Is Yellow necklacepod deer-resistant or drought-tolerant?
Yellow necklacepod is drought-tolerant and tolerates shade.
Where can I buy Yellow necklacepod?
We haven't found an online listing of the true wild species as of 15 Sep 2026. A regional native-plant nursery or native seed company is your best source; ask for Sophora tomentosa by its scientific name.
Similar native plants
Native plants that share growing conditions or range with Yellow necklacepod.
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- Mealy blue sage Salvia farinacea
- Texas mountain laurel Dermatophyllum secundiflorum
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