Bauhinia bohniana - Uses, Benefits & Care
Status:
valid
Authors:
H.Y.Chen
Source:
ildis
Year:
1938
Citation Micro:
J. Arnold Arbor.19: 129 (1938)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000197052
Common Names
- Bauhinia Bohniana
- Bohn's Orchid Tree
- Bohn's Bauhinia
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Bauhinia bohniana (also called Bohn's Orchid Tree, among many other common names) is a small, deciduous tree that is native to tropical regions of Africa, Asia, and Australia. It is characterized by its large, bright green leaves and its fragrant, white flowers.
Uses & Benefits
Bauhinia bohniana is used for its ornamental value in landscaping, as a windbreak, and as a source of firewood. It is also used for its medicinal properties, such as for treating skin diseases, fever, and stomach problems.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Bauhinia bohniana has white flowers with yellow centers that bloom in clusters. The seeds are small and black in color. The seedlings are small and have a single pair of leaves.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Bauhinia bohniana is a deciduous shrub that can reach up to 4 m in height. It can be propagated from cuttings or by seed. Cuttings should be taken from semi-ripe wood and placed in a moist medium, such as sand or vermiculite. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained soil mix and kept moist. They will germinate within a few weeks.
Where to Find Bauhinia bohniana
Bauhinia bohniana can be found in tropical and subtropical regions of India, Myanmar, Thailand, and China.
Bauhinia bohniana FAQ
What is the scientific name of Bauhinia bohniana?
Bauhinia bohniana
What are the common names of Bauhinia bohniana?
Bohn's Bauhinia
What is the natural habitat of Bauhinia bohniana?
Grasslands and open woodlands
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
Hsiu Ying Chen: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'H.Y.Chen' in the authors string.
Legume Data Portal link for: Bauhinia bohniana H.Y.Chen: Based on the 2022 Legume checklist.