Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
variegata
ID:
214001

Status:
valid

Authors:
L.

Source:
ildis

Year:
1753

Citation Micro:
Sp. Pl.: 375 (1753)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000213330

Common Names

  • Bauhinia variegata
  • Variegated Bauhinia
  • Variegated Orchid Tree

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Synonyms

  • Phanera variegata (L.) Benth. [valid]
  • Bauhinia variegata candida (Roxb.) Corner [unknown]
  • Perlebia variegata (L.) A.Schmitz [valid]
  • Bauhinia variegata purpurascens Voigt [invalid]

Description

Bauhinia variegata (also called Mountain Ebony, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the Fabaceae family. It is a deciduous shrub native to western and central Europe, from the British Isles south to the Iberian Peninsula, and east to the Caucasus. It typically grows in dry, sunny locations, such as rocky hillsides and open woodlands.

Uses & Benefits

Bauhinia variegata is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used as a hedge plant and for erosion control.

Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species

Bauhinia variegata var. variegata
Bauhinia variegata var. candida Voigt

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Bauhinia variegata has white or pink flowers, small, dark brown seeds, and small, light green seedlings.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Bauhinia variegata is a shrub that can be propagated from seed or cuttings. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate temperatures down to -10°C (14°F). Prune after flowering to maintain a neat shape.

Where to Find Bauhinia variegata

Bauhinia variegata is native to India and can be found in dry, open woodlands and scrublands.

Bauhinia variegata FAQ

What is the scientific name of Bauhinia variegata?

Bauhinia variegata

What is the common name of Bauhinia variegata?

Orchid Tree

What is the habitat of Bauhinia variegata?

It is found in tropical and subtropical regions

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