Status:
valid
Authors:
Lam.
Source:
ildis
Year:
1785
Citation Micro:
Encycl.1: 390 (1785)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000213166
Common Names
- Bauhinia racemosa
- Racemose Bauhinia
- Bauhinia racemosa
Synonyms
- Piliostigma racemosum (Lam.) Benth. [unknown]
- Bauhinia parviflora Vahl [unknown]
- Telestria racemosa (Lam.) Raf. [unknown]
- Pauletia racemosa (Lam.) A.Schmitz [unknown]
- Bauhinia tenuis Span. [unknown]
- Bauhinia timorensis Decne. [unknown]
- Bauhinia spicata Rottler ex Biehler [unknown]
- Bauhinia timorana Baker [unknown]
Description
Bauhinia racemosa (also called Racemose Bauhinia, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the family Fabaceae. It is a shrub with small, yellow flowers and small, leathery leaves. It is native to South Africa and is found in dry, rocky habitats.
Uses & Benefits
Bauhinia racemosa is used as an ornamental plant and for erosion control.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Bauhinia racemosa has white, orchid-like flowers with five petals. Its seeds are small, black and oval-shaped. The seedlings are small and have a single pair of leaves.
Cultivation and Propagation
Bauhinia racemosa is a deciduous shrub or small tree that grows up to 8m in height. It is native to South Africa and is found in dry, rocky areas. It is drought tolerant and prefers full sun. Propagation is by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-draining medium and kept moist until germination. Cuttings should be taken in spring or summer and placed in a well-draining medium and kept moist until rooted.
Where to Find Bauhinia racemosa
Bauhinia racemosa can be found in India, Myanmar, and Thailand.
Bauhinia racemosa FAQ
What is the scientific name of Bauhinia racemosa?
Bauhinia racemosa
What is the common name of Bauhinia racemosa?
Racemose Bauhinia
What type of plant is Bauhinia racemosa?
It is a flowering plant in the legume family.
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