Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
caloneura
ID:
164581

Status:
valid

Authors:
Malme

Source:
ildis

Year:
1900

Citation Micro:
Bih. Kongl. Svenska Vetensk.-Akad. Handl.25(3; 11): 29 (1900)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000163910

Common Names

  • White Orchid Tree
  • Camel's Foot Tree
  • Mountain Ebony

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Description

Bauhinia caloneura (also called 'Bauhinia Tree', among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the legume family. It is native to tropical Africa and parts of Asia. It typically grows in open grasslands, woodlands, and scrublands.

Uses & Benefits

Bauhinia caloneura is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It has a beautiful yellow flower that is used for decoration. The leaves are also used as fodder for livestock. It is also used in traditional medicine to treat fever and malaria.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Bauhinia caloneura is a white-pink color with five petals. The seed is a small, black, round seed. The seedlings are small, green and have two leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Bauhinia caloneura can be propagated by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained soil mix and kept moist until germination. Cuttings should be taken from semi-ripe wood and rooted in a moist, well-drained soil mix. Both methods should be done in spring or early summer.

Where to Find Bauhinia caloneura

Bauhinia caloneura is native to Central and South America and can be found in tropical and subtropical regions. It is commonly found in open woodlands and along roadsides.

Bauhinia caloneura FAQ

What is the scientific name of Bauhinia caloneura?

Bauhinia caloneura

What is the common name of Bauhinia caloneura?

Caloneura Bauhinia

What is the natural habitat of Bauhinia caloneura?

Tropical and subtropical forests

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