Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
gypsicola
ID:
179932

Status:
valid

Authors:
McVaugh

Source:
ildis

Year:
1987

Citation Micro:
Fl. Novo-Galiciana5: 14 (1987)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000179261

Common Names

  • Bauhinia
  • Gypsicola Bauhinia
  • Dune Bauhinia

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Description

Bauhinia gypsicola (also called Gypsum Bauhinia, among many other common names) is a perennial shrub native to Central and South America. It has white flowers and can reach up to 2 m in height. It is found in tropical and subtropical dry shrublands.

Uses & Benefits

Bauhinia gypsicola is used as an ornamental plant, for medicinal purposes, and as a source of firewood and charcoal.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Bauhinia gypsicola has small, white flowers with yellow centers. Its seeds are small and round, and its seedlings have three leaflets.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Bauhinia gypsicola is a tropical shrub native to Central and South America. It can be propagated from seed or cuttings. It prefers well-drained soil and full sun. It can tolerate some drought but should be watered regularly. It can also be propagated by layering.

Where to Find Bauhinia gypsicola

Bauhinia gypsicola is native to the dry regions of South America. It is found in dry grasslands and shrublands.

Bauhinia gypsicola FAQ

What is the scientific name of Bauhinia gypsicola?

Bauhinia gypsicola

What are the common names of Bauhinia gypsicola?

Gypsum bauhinia, Gypsum orchid tree

Where is Bauhinia gypsicola native to?

Southwestern United States

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