Bauhinia anatomica - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Status:
valid
Authors:
Link
Source:
ildis
Year:
1821
Citation Micro:
Enum. Hort. Berol. Alt. 1: 405 (1821)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000173885
Common Names
- Anatomica Bauhinia
- Anatomica Orchid Tree
- Anatomica Orchid-Tree
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Bauhinia anatomica (also called Anatomic Bauhinia, among many other common names) is an evergreen shrub that grows up to 10 feet tall. It is native to tropical regions of Africa, and is found in dry, open forests. It has small, yellow flowers and small, green leaves.
Uses & Benefits
Bauhinia anatomica is used as an ornamental plant and as a traditional medicine to treat fever, inflammation, and skin diseases.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Bauhinia anatomica has small, white flowers that bloom in summer. The seed pods are long and thin, containing several small, black seeds. The seedlings have two seed leaves and a taproot.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Bauhinia anatomica is a low-growing perennial that can be propagated by seed or division. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It can be grown in a variety of climates, but is best suited for temperate regions. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate some frost. It should be watered regularly, but not too much, as it is susceptible to root rot. It can be propagated by seed or division.
Where to Find Bauhinia anatomica
Bauhinia anatomica is native to the Caribbean, Central America, and northern South America. It is found in tropical and subtropical moist lowland forests.
Bauhinia anatomica FAQ
What is the scientific name of Bauhinia anatomica?
Bauhinia anatomica
What type of plant is Bauhinia anatomica?
It is a species of flowering plant in the family Fabaceae.
Where is Bauhinia anatomica found?
It is native to Brazil.
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
References
The Plant List v1.1 record ild-20012: Based on the initial data import
Johann Heinrich Friedrich Link (1767-1851): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Link' in the authors string.