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Common Names
- Mountain Ebony
- Butterfly Tree
- Camel's Foot
Description
Bauhinia corymbosa (also called Corymb Bauhinia, among many other common names) is a shrub or small tree native to India, Sri Lanka, and Nepal. It has a rounded crown and grows up to 5 m tall. It is found in dry deciduous forests and scrublands.
Uses & Benefits
Bauhinia corymbosa is used as an ornamental plant, as a source of firewood, and as a soil stabilizer.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Bauhinia corymbosa has small, yellow flowers with five petals and yellow anthers. Its seeds are small, black and round. The seedlings are small and have two cotyledons.
Cultivation and Propagation
Bauhinia corymbosa is a fast-growing, evergreen shrub native to India. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. Propagation is done by seed or cuttings. Cuttings should be taken from semi-ripe wood and planted in a well-draining potting mix. Seeds should be sown in a warm, moist environment and kept moist until germination occurs.
Where to Find Bauhinia corymbosa
Bauhinia corymbosa is native to the tropical and subtropical regions of South America, including Brazil, Argentina, and Paraguay.
Bauhinia corymbosa FAQ
What is the scientific name of Bauhinia corymbosa?
Bauhinia corymbosa
What is the common name of Bauhinia corymbosa?
Corymbose Bauhinia
What is the natural habitat of Bauhinia corymbosa?
Tropical and subtropical regions
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