Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
longiracemosa
ID:
562272

Status:
valid

Authors:
Hayata

Source:
ksufab

Year:
1913

Citation Micro:
Icon. Pl. Formosan.3: 84 (1913)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000561604

Common Names

  • Bauhinia longiracemosa
  • Long-racemed Bauhinia
  • Long-racemed Orchid Tree

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Description

Bauhinia longiracemosa (also called 'Long Raceme Orchid Tree', among many other common names) is a small, deciduous tree with long, drooping clusters of white, pink or purple flowers. It is native to India, Sri Lanka and Bangladesh and grows in moist, tropical forests.

Uses & Benefits

Bauhinia longiracemosa is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and landscapes, and as a source of timber for furniture and construction.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Bauhinia longiracemosa has small, white flowers with a yellow lip. The seed is small and round with a black seed coat. The seedlings are small and have a single, long, thin leaf.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Bauhinia longiracemosa is an evergreen shrub that can be grown in full sun or partial shade. It is best grown in well-drained soil and requires regular watering. Propagation can be done by seed or cuttings.

Where to Find Bauhinia longiracemosa

Bauhinia longiracemosa can be found in India

Bauhinia longiracemosa FAQ

What is the scientific name of Bauhinia longiracemosa?

Bauhinia longiracemosa

What is the common name of Bauhinia longiracemosa?

Long-racemed Bauhinia

What is the natural habitat of Bauhinia longiracemosa?

Tropical forests in Central and South America

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