Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
megacarpa
ID:
197733

Status:
valid

Authors:
H.Y.Chen

Source:
ildis

Year:
1939

Citation Micro:
J. Arnold Arbor.20: 438 (1939)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000197062

Common Names

  • Bauhinia Megacarpa
  • Large-Fruited Orchid Tree
  • Large-Fruited Bauhinia

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Description

Bauhinia megacarpa (also called Large-fruited Orchid Tree, among many other common names) is a small, deciduous tree that is native to tropical regions of Africa, Asia, and Australia. It is characterized by its large, bright green leaves and its fragrant, white flowers.

Uses & Benefits

Bauhinia megacarpa is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used in traditional Chinese medicine to treat fever, skin diseases, and rheumatism.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Bauhinia megacarpa has white flowers with yellow centers that bloom in clusters. The seeds are small and black in color. The seedlings are small and have a single pair of leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Bauhinia megacarpa is a deciduous shrub that can reach up to 4 m in height. It can be propagated from cuttings or by seed. Cuttings should be taken from semi-ripe wood and placed in a moist medium, such as sand or vermiculite. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained soil mix and kept moist. They will germinate within a few weeks.

Where to Find Bauhinia megacarpa

Bauhinia megacarpa can be found in tropical and subtropical regions of India, Myanmar, Thailand, and China.

Bauhinia megacarpa FAQ

What is the scientific name of Bauhinia megacarpa?

Bauhinia megacarpa

What are the common names of Bauhinia megacarpa?

Large-fruited Bauhinia

What is the natural habitat of Bauhinia megacarpa?

Grasslands and open woodlands

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