Status:
valid
Authors:
L.Uribe
Source:
ildis
Year:
1940
Citation Micro:
Fl. Antioquia: 193 (1940)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000175558
Common Names
- Bauhinia decora
- Showy Orchid Tree
- Purple Orchid Tree
Description
Bauhinia decora (also called Decorative Bauhinia, among many other common names) is a shrub or small tree that can reach up to 5 m in height. It is native to the Mediterranean region and is found in dry open woodlands, hillsides and rocky slopes. It has white flowers and bipinnate leaves.
Uses & Benefits
Bauhinia decora is used as an ornamental plant, as a source of fodder for livestock, and as a medicinal plant.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Bauhinia decora is a yellow, fluffy ball-shaped flower, the seed is a small, dark brown, hard seed with a glossy surface, and the seedlings are small, dark green, and have a few leaflets.
Cultivation and Propagation
Bauhinia decora is a fast-growing, drought-tolerant shrub that can reach heights of up to 10 feet. It is propagated from seed, which should be sown in a well-draining soil mix and kept moist until germination. It prefers full sun and can tolerate some shade. It is tolerant of a wide range of soil types, including sandy, clay, and loamy soils.
Where to Find Bauhinia decora
Bauhinia decora is native to India, Pakistan, and Sri Lanka. It is a small tree or shrub that grows in dry areas and is often used as a hedge plant.
Bauhinia decora FAQ
What is the scientific name of Bauhinia decora?
Bauhinia decora
What is the common name of Bauhinia decora?
Decorative Bauhinia
What is the family of Bauhinia decora?
Fabaceae
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