Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
burrowsii
ID:
1321999

Status:
valid

Authors:
E.J.D.Schmidt

Source:
ipni

Year:
2012

Citation Micro:
Bothalia42: 44 (2012)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001334453

Common Names

  • Bauhinia Burrowsii
  • Burrowsii Bauhinia
  • Bauhinia

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Description

Bauhinia burrowsii (also called 'Burrows' bauhinia', 'Burrows' orchid tree', 'Burrows' pride of India', among many other common names) is a deciduous tree native to India. It has a spreading crown and a short trunk with smooth, grey bark. It grows in dry deciduous forests and scrublands.

Uses & Benefits

Bauhinia burrowsii is used as an ornamental plant and to stabilize soil on slopes and banks.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Bauhinia burrowsii is a small, white, tubular flower with a yellow throat. The seed is a small, black, oval-shaped seed. The seedlings are small, green, oval-shaped seedlings with a white tip.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Bauhinia burrowsii is an evergreen shrub that can reach a height of 1.5 m. It is best propagated by seed, which should be sown in a well-drained, sandy soil mix. The seedlings should be kept in a warm, humid environment until they are well-established. Once established, the plants should be fertilized regularly and watered regularly.

Where to Find Bauhinia burrowsii

Bauhinia burrowsii is native to South Africa and can be found in dry, rocky areas.

Bauhinia burrowsii FAQ

What type of plant is Bauhinia burrowsii?

Bauhinia burrowsii is a species of shrub in the family Fabaceae.

Where is Bauhinia burrowsii native to?

Bauhinia burrowsii is native to South Africa.

What is the growth habit of Bauhinia burrowsii?

Bauhinia burrowsii is a small shrub that grows up to 1.5 meters in height.

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

E.J.D. Schmidt: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'E.J.D.Schmidt' in the authors string.