Status:
valid
Authors:
Diels
Source:
ildis
Year:
1937
Citation Micro:
Biblioth. Bot.29: 93 (1937)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000194547
Common Names
- Orchid Tree
- Mountain Ebony
- Camel's Foot Tree
Description
Bauhinia stenantha (also called Stenanthe Bauhinia, among many other common names) is a deciduous tree native to the Indo-Malayan region. It has a straight trunk and a rounded crown, with a maximum height of up to 15 m. It is found in humid forests, in areas with an average annual temperature of 18-22 °C and an average annual rainfall of 1,000-2,000 mm.
Uses & Benefits
Bauhinia stenantha is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a ground cover. It is also used to stabilize soil and prevent erosion.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Bauhinia stenantha is a white, star-shaped flower. The seed is a small, black, round seed. The seedlings are small, with a single pair of leaves.
Cultivation and Propagation
Bauhinia stenantha is a perennial herb native to South America. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate light frost. It can be propagated from seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in spring or early summer. Cuttings should be taken in spring or early summer and rooted in a moist medium. Once established, it will spread by rhizomes.
Where to Find Bauhinia stenantha
Bauhinia stenantha can be found in Mexico, Central America, and parts of South America.
Bauhinia stenantha FAQ
What is the scientific name of Bauhinia stenantha?
Bauhinia stenantha
What is the common name of Bauhinia stenantha?
Narrow-petaled Bauhinia
What is the natural habitat of Bauhinia stenantha?
Dry deciduous forests and scrubland
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