Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
saksuwaniae
ID:
1326376

Status:
valid

Authors:
Mattapha, Chantar. & Suddee

Source:
ipni

Year:
2013

Citation Micro:
Nordic J. Bot.11 Dec 2013: 1 (2013)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001338830

Common Names

  • Saksuwan Bauhinia
  • Saksuwan's Orchid Tree
  • Saksuwan's Bauhinia

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Description

Bauhinia saksuwaniae (also called 'Saksuwan's Bauhinia', among many other common names) is a small, deciduous tree native to Thailand. It has small, white flowers and small, oval leaves. It grows in moist, tropical forests.

Uses & Benefits

Bauhinia saksuwaniae is a popular ornamental plant and is often used as a decorative element in gardens. It is also used to purify the air and reduce the amount of toxins in the environment.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Bauhinia saksuwaniae is a small, white, star-shaped flower with five petals. The seed is a small, dark brown, oval-shaped seed. The seedlings are small, dark green, oval-shaped leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Bauhinia saksuwaniae is a slow-growing succulent that can be propagated by offsets or seeds. It prefers well-draining soil and bright, indirect light. Water when the soil is dry and fertilize during the growing season.

Where to Find Bauhinia saksuwaniae

Bauhinia saksuwaniae is native to the island of New Guinea in Indonesia. It can be found in lowland rainforests and can be found in the wild in the provinces of Papua and West Papua.

Bauhinia saksuwaniae FAQ

What is the common name of Bauhinia saksuwaniae?

Saksuwan Bauhinia

What is the light requirement of Bauhinia saksuwaniae?

Bright, indirect light

What is the watering requirement of Bauhinia saksuwaniae?

Water when the soil is dry to the touch

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

Pranom Chantaranothai (b.1955): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Chantar.' in the authors string.
Somran Suddee (b.1959): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Suddee' in the authors string.
Sawai Mattapha: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Mattapha' in the authors string.