Status:
valid
Authors:
Harms
Source:
ildis
Year:
1915
Citation Micro:
Notizbl. Königl. Bot. Gart. Berlin6: 307 (1915)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000163893
Common Names
- Acres bauhinia
- Acres wild orchid tree
- Acres orchid tree
Synonyms
- Bauhinia martinensis J.F.Macbr. [unknown]
Description
Bauhinia acreana (also called Orchid Tree, among many other common names) is a small, evergreen, shrub-like tree that can reach up to 10 m in height. It is native to tropical regions of India, Africa, and the Caribbean. It is found in dry, open woodlands, and along roadsides.
Uses & Benefits
Bauhinia acreana is an evergreen shrub with attractive, glossy green foliage and fragrant, white flowers. It is an excellent choice for hedges, screens, and borders. It is also used as a windbreak and for erosion control.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Bauhinia acreana is a yellow, pea-shaped inflorescence, with a diameter of about 2 cm. The seed of Bauhinia acreana is a flat, oblong, dark brown seed, about 1 cm long. The seedlings of Bauhinia acreana are slender, with a single pair of leaflets and a terminal leaflet. The leaves are usually green in colour.
Cultivation and Propagation
Bauhinia acreana can be propagated by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained soil mix and kept moist until germination. Cuttings should be taken from semi-ripe wood and rooted in a moist, well-drained soil mix. Both methods should be done in spring or early summer.
Where to Find Bauhinia acreana
Bauhinia acreana is native to the tropical regions of South America, including Brazil, Colombia, and Venezuela. It can be found in moist, lowland forests and savannas.
Bauhinia acreana FAQ
What is the scientific name of Bauhinia acreana?
Bauhinia acreana
What is the common name of Bauhinia acreana?
Acrena Bauhinia
What is the natural habitat of Bauhinia acreana?
Tropical and subtropical forests
Species in the Bauhinia genus
Bauhinia acreana,
Bauhinia anomala,
Bauhinia argentinensis,
Bauhinia aureopunctata,
Bauhinia bauhinioides,
Bauhinia beguinotii,
Bauhinia bombaciflora,
Bauhinia brachycalyx,
Bauhinia calliandroides,
Bauhinia caloneura,
Bauhinia campestris,
Bauhinia catingae,
Bauhinia conwayi,
Bauhinia cookii,
Bauhinia coulteri,
Bauhinia dimorphophylla,
Bauhinia dipetala,
Bauhinia estrellensis,
Bauhinia glaziovii,
Bauhinia goyazensis,
Bauhinia hagenbeckii,
Bauhinia humilis,
Bauhinia jucunda,
Bauhinia kleiniana,
Bauhinia leptantha,
Bauhinia longipedicellata,
Bauhinia macranthera,
Bauhinia malacotricha,
Bauhinia pansamalana,
Bauhinia parviloba,
Bauhinia pringlei,
Bauhinia ramosissima,
Bauhinia rubeleruziana,
Bauhinia seleriana,
Bauhinia seminarioi,
Bauhinia siqueiraei,
Bauhinia subrotundifolia,
Bauhinia vespertillo,
Bauhinia weberbaueri,
Bauhinia erythrocalyx,
Bauhinia eucosma,
Bauhinia retifolia,
Bauhinia acuruana,
Bauhinia anatomica,
Bauhinia andrieuxii,
Bauhinia bicolor,
Bauhinia brevipes,
Bauhinia burchellii,
Bauhinia cheilantha,
Bauhinia cinnamomea,
Species in the Fabaceae family