Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
phoenicea
ID:
204165

Status:
valid

Authors:
B.Heyne ex Wight & Arn.

Source:
ildis

Year:
1832

Citation Micro:
Prodr. Fl. Ind. Orient.1: 296 (1832)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000203494

Common Names

  • Bauhinia phoenicea
  • Red Bauhinia
  • Purple Orchid Tree

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Synonyms

  • Bauhinia benthamii Bedd. [unknown]
  • Phanera phoenicea (B.Heyne ex Wight & Arn.) Benth. [unknown]
  • Perlebia phoenicea (B.Heyne ex Wight & Arn.) A.Schmitz [unknown]
  • Bauhinia ruficarpa Desv. [unknown]

Description

Bauhinia phoenicea (also called Red-Flowered Bauhinia, among many other common names) is a shrub or small tree that can grow up to 4 m tall. It is native to India, Sri Lanka, and the Andaman Islands. It is commonly found in tropical and subtropical dry forests and scrublands.

Uses & Benefits

Bauhinia phoenicea is used for its medicinal properties, as a source of food, and for making furniture, tools, and musical instruments. It is also used as a source of firewood and timber.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flowers of Bauhinia phoenicea are yellow and have five petals. The seeds are brown and flat. The seedlings have two pairs of leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Bauhinia phoenicea is a small, erect shrub that grows up to 1.5 m tall. It is native to India and Sri Lanka. It is propagated by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained soil mix and kept moist until germination. Cuttings should be taken from healthy, mature stems and planted in a well-drained soil mix. Keep the soil moist until the cuttings have rooted.

Where to Find Bauhinia phoenicea

Bauhinia phoenicea can be found in India, Sri Lanka, and Myanmar.

Bauhinia phoenicea FAQ

What is the scientific name of Bauhinia phoenicea?

Bauhinia phoenicea

What is the common name of Bauhinia phoenicea?

Purple Orchid Tree

What is the natural habitat of Bauhinia phoenicea?

Tropical and subtropical regions

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

George Arnott Walker-Arnott (1799-1868): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Arn.' in the authors string.
Robert Wight (1796-1872): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Wight' in the authors string.
Benjamin Heyne (1770-1819): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'B.Heyne' in the authors string.