Bauhinia bartlettii - Uses, Benefits & Care
Status:
valid
Authors:
B.L.Turner
Source:
tro
Year:
1994
Citation Micro:
Phytologia76: 334 (1994)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001252267
Common Names
- Bartlett's Bauhinia
- Bartlett's Orchid Tree
- Bartlett's Purple Orchid Tree
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Bauhinia bartlettii (also called Bartlett's bauhinia, among many other common names) is a shrub or small tree native to Central America. It has large, leathery, oval leaves and yellow flowers. It is found in tropical dry forests, tropical wet forests, and disturbed areas.
Uses & Benefits
Bauhinia bartlettii is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and landscapes. It is also used as a ground cover and for erosion control on slopes.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Bauhinia bartlettii has white or pink flowers with five petals. The seeds are small, round, and black. The seedlings have oval-shaped, hairy leaves.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Bauhinia bartlettii can be propagated by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be planted in a well-drained soil in a sunny location. Cuttings should be taken from healthy, mature plants and planted in a well-drained soil. Water regularly and fertilize as needed.
Where to Find Bauhinia bartlettii
Bauhinia bartlettii is found in the Atlantic Forest of Brazil.
Bauhinia bartlettii FAQ
What is the scientific name of Bauhinia bartlettii?
Bauhinia bartlettii
What type of plant is Bauhinia bartlettii?
Herb
Where is Bauhinia bartlettii found?
Australia
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
Billie Lee Turner (1925-2020): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'B.L.Turner' in the authors string.
Legume Data Portal link for: Bauhinia bartlettii B.L.Turner: Based on the 2022 Legume checklist.