Bauhinia vespertillo - Uses, Benefits & Care
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valid
Authors:
S.Moore
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ildis
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WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000163979
Common Names
- Vespertillo Bauhinia
- Vespertillo Orchid Tree
- Vespertillo Orchid-Tree
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Bauhinia vespertillo (also called Vespertillo 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 vespertillo has been used for its medicinal properties, such as to treat fever, cough, and skin diseases. It is also used as an ornamental plant, for its attractive flowers and foliage.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Bauhinia vespertillo is a bright purple with five petals. The seed is a flat, white oval. The seedlings are small and have two large leaves.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Bauhinia vespertillo 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 vespertillo
Bauhinia vespertillo is native to South America and can be found in the countries of Colombia, Ecuador, and Peru.
Bauhinia vespertillo FAQ
What is the scientific name of Bauhinia vespertillo?
Bauhinia vespertillo
What is the common name of Bauhinia vespertillo?
Vespertillo Bauhinia
What is the natural habitat of Bauhinia vespertillo?
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
References
The Plant List v1.1 record ild-10397: Based on the initial data import
Spencer Le Marchant Moore (1850-1931): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'S.Moore' in the authors string.