Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
multinervia
ID:
174592

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Kunth) DC.

Source:
ildis

Year:
1825

Citation Micro:
Prodr.2: 515 (1825)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000173921

Common Names

  • Multi-nerved Bauhinia
  • Multi-veined Bauhinia
  • Multi-nerved Orchid Tree

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Synonyms

  • Bauhinia glaucescens (Kunth) DC. [valid]
  • Bauhinia megalandra Griseb. [valid]
  • Pauletia glaucescens Kunth [valid]
  • Pauletia multinervia Kunth [valid]

Description

Bauhinia multinervia (also called Mountain Ebony, among many other common names) is a small tree or shrub native to India, Nepal, and Sri Lanka. It has a rounded crown and grows up to 10 meters in height. It has compound leaves with 5-7 leaflets, and its flowers are white or pink in color. It grows in dry deciduous forests and scrublands.

Uses & Benefits

Bauhinia multinervia is used as an ornamental plant, as well as for its medicinal properties. It is used to treat a variety of ailments, including digestive issues, fatigue, and colds. It is also used to boost the immune system and reduce inflammation.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Bauhinia multinervia is small and white in colour. The seed is small and black in colour. The seedlings are small and green in colour.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Cultivation and propagation of Bauhinia multinervia: This species is best grown in full sun or partial shade in well-drained soil. Propagate by seed or cuttings.

Where to Find Bauhinia multinervia

Bauhinia multinervia is native to tropical Asia and is found in open, dry areas. It is also found in parts of India, Sri Lanka, and Bangladesh.

Bauhinia multinervia FAQ

What is the scientific name of Bauhinia multinervia?

Bauhinia multinervia

What is the common name of Bauhinia multinervia?

Many-Nerved Bauhinia

What is the natural habitat of Bauhinia multinervia?

Dry woodland, scrub 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

Carl Sigismund Kunth (1788-1850): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Kunth' in the authors string.
Augustin Pyramus de Candolle (1778-1841): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'DC.' in the authors string.