Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
ayabacensis
ID:
562203

Status:
valid

Authors:
Wunderlin

Source:
ksufab

Year:
2006

Citation Micro:
Sida22: 105 (2006)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000561535

Common Names

  • Bauhinia ayabacensis
  • Ayabacensis Bauhinia
  • Ayabacensis Orchid

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Description

Bauhinia ayabacensis (also called Ayabaca Bauhinia, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the family Fabaceae. It is a small tree with white flowers and is native to Peru. It grows in lowland and montane forests, as well as in disturbed areas.

Uses & Benefits

Bauhinia ayabacensis is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used as a source of timber for furniture and construction.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Bauhinia ayabacensis is a small, white or pinkish-white, star-shaped flower with a yellow or greenish-yellow labellum. The seed is a small, black, round seed. The seedlings are small and have a single, oval-shaped leaf.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Bauhinia ayabacensis can be propagated from seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained, sandy soil and kept moist. Cuttings should be taken in the spring or summer and planted in a well-drained, sandy soil. Keep the soil moist and provide plenty of indirect light.

Where to Find Bauhinia ayabacensis

Bauhinia ayabacensis is native to the tropical rainforests of Central and South America. It can be found in Costa Rica, Panama, Colombia, Venezuela, Ecuador, Peru, Bolivia, and Brazil.

Bauhinia ayabacensis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Bauhinia ayabacensis?

Bauhinia ayabacensis

What are the common names of Bauhinia ayabacensis?

Ayabaca Bauhinia

What is the origin of Bauhinia ayabacensis?

Central America

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