Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
kalantha
ID:
213663

Status:
valid

Authors:
Harms

Source:
ildis

Year:
1906

Citation Micro:
Bot. Jahrb. Syst.38: 398 (1906)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000212992

Common Names

  • Bauhinia kalantha
  • Kalantha bauhinia
  • Kalantha bauhinia grass

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Synonyms

  • Pauletia kalantha (Harms) A.Schmitz [valid]

Description

Bauhinia kalantha (also called Kalantha Bauhinia, among many other common names) is an annual herb that grows up to 0.3 m in height. It has trifoliate leaves and white or pink flowers. It is native to the Mediterranean region and is commonly found in grasslands, meadows, and roadsides.

Uses & Benefits

Bauhinia kalantha is used as an ornamental plant, for its fragrant flowers and attractive foliage.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Bauhinia kalantha is a small, white flower with 5 petals. The seed is a small, round, dark brown seed. The seedlings are small, with 5 leaves and a thin stem.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Bauhinia kalantha can be propagated by seed or division. Seeds should be sown in spring in a well-drained soil mix and kept moist. Division should be done in spring or autumn. The plant should be divided into several smaller clumps and replanted in a well-drained soil mix.

Where to Find Bauhinia kalantha

Bauhinia kalantha is native to India. It can be found in grasslands, meadows, and other open areas.

Bauhinia kalantha FAQ

What is the scientific name of Bauhinia kalantha?

Bauhinia kalantha

What is the common name of Bauhinia kalantha?

Kalantha

What is the natural habitat of Bauhinia kalantha?

Dry woodland and bushveld

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