Bauhinia quinanensis - Uses, Benefits & Care
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T.Chen
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Common Names
- Quinanensis Bauhinia
- Quinanensis Orchid Tree
- Quinanensis Bauhinia
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Bauhinia quinanensis (also called Quinan Bauhinia, among many other common names) is a small, deciduous tree with a rounded crown and a spreading habit. It has glossy, dark green leaves and clusters of white, fragrant flowers that appear in late winter or early spring. Native to India, it grows in moist, well-drained soils in full sun or partial shade. It is hardy to USDA Zone 9.
Uses & Benefits
Bauhinia quinanensis 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 quinanensis has white, pink, or purple flowers that are about 1.5 cm in diameter. The seed is a flat, brown, oblong bean-like pod, about 2 cm long. The seedlings are small, green, and have two cotyledons.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Bauhinia quinanensis can be propagated by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in spring in a warm, sunny location. Cuttings can be taken in spring or summer and should be kept in a warm, humid environment until they have rooted. The plant should be grown in well-draining soil in a sunny location.
Where to Find Bauhinia quinanensis
Bauhinia quinanensis is native to China and can be found in the provinces of Yunnan, Guangxi, and Guangdong.
Bauhinia quinanensis FAQ
What is the common name of Bauhinia quinanensis?
Quinan Bauhinia
What is the scientific name of Quinan Bauhinia?
Bauhinia quinanensis
What is the natural habitat of Bauhinia quinanensis?
Tropical and subtropical forests
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
The Plant List v1.1 record ild-43659: Based on the initial data import
T. Chen: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'T.Chen' in the authors string.