Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
rufa
ID:
174612

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Bong.) Steud.

Source:
ildis

Year:
1840

Citation Micro:
Nomencl. Bot., ed. 2, 1: 192 (1840)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000173941

Common Names

  • Red Bauhinia
  • Red Orchid Tree
  • Red Mountain Ebony

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Synonyms

  • Bauhinia rufa intermedia (Vogel) Benth. [unknown]
  • Pauletia rufa Bong. [valid]
  • Bauhinia rufa rufa [unknown]
  • Bauhinia choriophylla Vogel [valid]
  • Bauhinia longistyla Benth. [valid]
  • Bauhinia intermedia Vogel [valid]
  • Bauhinia grahamii Steud. [valid]
  • Pauletia rufa intermedia (Vogel) A.Schmitz [unknown]

Description

Bauhinia rufa (also called Red Bauhinia, among many other common names) is a small tree or shrub with a rounded crown and a short trunk. It is native to Central America, Mexico, and Colombia, and can be found in tropical dry forests and tropical moist forests.

Uses & Benefits

Bauhinia rufa 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 rufa is a large, white, fragrant flower with five petals. The seed is an oval-shaped, brown seed with a hard outer shell. The seedling is a small, green plant with two leaves and a single stem.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Bauhinia rufa can be 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 semi-ripe wood and placed in a well-drained soil mix. Keep the soil moist and provide bright, indirect light.

Where to Find Bauhinia rufa

Bauhinia rufa is native to the tropical regions of India, Sri Lanka, and Nepal. It can be found in open woodlands, scrublands, and grasslands.

Bauhinia rufa FAQ

What is the scientific name of Bauhinia rufa?

Bauhinia rufa

What is the common name of Bauhinia rufa?

Red Ebony

What is the natural habitat of Bauhinia rufa?

Bauhinia rufa is native to India, Sri Lanka, and Southeast Asia.

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

Ernst Gottlieb von Steudel (1783-1856): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Steud.' in the authors string.
Gustav Heinrich von Bongard (1786-1839): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Bong.' in the authors string.