Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
subrotundifolia
ID:
164644

Status:
valid

Authors:
Cav.

Source:
ildis

Year:
1799

Citation Micro:
Icon.5: 4 (1799)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000163973



Common Names

  • Round-Leaf Bauhinia
  • Round Leaf Orchid Tree
  • Round-Leaf Orchid Tree


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Synonyms

  • Casparea oaxacana Britton & Rose [unknown]
  • Mandarus rotundifolia Raf. [illegitimate]
  • Bauhinia subrotundifolia salina-cruzana Wunderlin [valid]
  • Bauhinia lunaria Cav. [valid]
  • Bauhinia rotundifolia Pers. [illegitimate]
  • Bauhinia spathacea Sessé ex DC. [valid]
  • Casparea spathacea (Sessé ex DC.) Britton & Rose [valid]
  • Casparea lunaria (Cav.) Jacks. [unknown]
  • Casparea subrotundifolia (Cav.) Jacks. [unknown]
  • Casparia subrotundifolia (Cav.) Kunth ex Britton & Rose [unknown]
  • Casparea lunaria (Cav.) Britton & Rose [unknown]
  • Casparia lunaria (Cav.) Kunth ex Britton & Rose [unknown]
  • Casparia subrotundifolia (Cav.) Kunth [unknown]

Description

Bauhinia subrotundifolia (also called Round-Leaved Orchid Tree, among many other common names) is a deciduous tree native to tropical regions of South America. It grows up to 10 meters tall and has yellow flowers with a purple center. It prefers moist, well-drained soils in full sun to partial shade.

Uses & Benefits

Bauhinia subrotundifolia is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It has a beautiful, bright yellow flower that blooms in the spring and summer months. It is also used as a medicinal plant, as its leaves and flowers have anti-inflammatory and antiseptic properties.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Bauhinia subrotundifolia is a bright pink, five-petaled bloom with yellow stamens. The seed is a flat, brown, oval-shaped pod. The seedlings are small, green, and have two leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Bauhinia subrotundifolia is a small tree or shrub that grows up to 4 m (13 ft) tall. It can be propagated from seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained, sandy soil mix and kept moist until germination. Cuttings should be taken from semi-hardwood stems and rooted in a moist, sandy soil mix. It prefers full sun and is drought tolerant once established.

Where to Find Bauhinia subrotundifolia

Bauhinia subrotundifolia is native to Brazil and can be found in the cerrado savannas of the Amazon basin.

Bauhinia subrotundifolia FAQ

What is the scientific name of Bauhinia subrotundifolia?

Bauhinia subrotundifolia

What is the common name of Bauhinia subrotundifolia?

Round-leaved Bauhinia

What is the natural habitat of Bauhinia subrotundifolia?

Dry open woods and thickets

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